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Initially lauded for its promise of free electricity, the Gruha Jyothi Scheme hit a snag. (Representational Image)
Residents Shocked by Exorbitant Electricity Bills Under Gruha Jyothi Scheme
Once hailed as a boon, the Gruha Jyothi Scheme now haunts households in Karnataka as residents face exorbitant electricity bills due to meter reading errors. Initially praised for free electricity, the scheme hit a snag with bills ranging from Rs 1,646 to Rs 4,273 shocking consumers, particularly in Yeswantpur.
Complaints flooded the BESCOM office, blaming negligence for the billing debacle. Concerns over the scheme’s implementation and government accountability have emerged, setting the stage for opposition parties to capitalize on the controversy during the Karnataka Assembly Session.
The session aims to address scandals, mismanagement, and delays, with candidates protesting against prolonged delays in assistant professor appointments. As pressure mounts, the government faces challenges from opposition factions and discontent Gruha Jyothi Scheme beneficiaries.