Punjab Govt providing 300 units of free electricity and strong infrastructure development – 2024-12-04 14:38:00 , HT Brand Stories | Hindustan Times

The CM stated that the decision to provide 300 units of free electricity each month was made after thorough deliberation.

Further, efforts are underway to enhance the infrastructure of the Punjab State Power Corporation Ltd (PSPCL). The state government has enhanced the transmission capacity to facilitate the provision of 300 units of free electricity each month. Previously, the state’s transmission capacity stood at 7,100 MW, but it has now been raised to 9,800 MW.

Quality of Life Improves in Punjab

Providing 300 units of electricity per month for free by the Government of Punjab has relieved people, who were previously afraid to consume electricity due to expensive rates. CM Mann says that the increased power capacity can be met only when the transmission capacity is increased, which the Punjab Government has also worked on.

Punjab Govt’s Gift to People

• Even in summer, people are using electricity without worrying about electricity bills
• To ensure uninterrupted power electricity supply, the Punjab Government has acquired a private thermal power plant
• 327 million units of electricity generated from Guru Amardas Thermal Plant
• More than 90% consumers receive zero electricity bills

(This article was produced in partnership with the Punjab Government)