Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Thursday announced that every household in the state will receive 125 units of electricity free of cost every month, starting from August 1.
In a post on social media platform X, Kumar said the move would benefit 1.67 crore domestic consumers across Bihar. “This step is aimed at providing relief and empowerment to the people,” he said.
The announcement is part of the state government’s push to ease the financial burden on households while expanding access to affordable electricity.
Kumar also laid out a roadmap for renewable energy in the state, saying that over the next three years, solar power plants would be installed on rooftops or nearby public land, with the consent of consumers. The target is to generate up to 10,000 MW of solar energy in Bihar.
Under the existing Kutir Jyoti Yojana, the state will cover the full cost of installing solar panels for extremely poor families. Other households will receive financial support to adopt solar power.
Reiterating the state’s focus on energy access, the Chief Minister said the government has consistently worked to keep electricity affordable, and the current step marks a further commitment toward sustainability and welfare.
JD(U) MLC Neeraj Kumar called the move a “master stroke” ahead of the elections. He said the scheme would benefit people across caste and religious lines, and credited Kumar with improving energy access since assuming office.
“When Nitish Kumar came to power, he removed the lantern from the homes of the poor and backward classes. Now he is removing the burden of electricity bills, helping the next generation study without interruption,” Neeraj said.
Taking a swipe at the Opposition, he added, “This move will send a 33,000-volt current to those who want to keep Bihar in darkness.”
IANS