New applications for free electricity can be submitted at Praja Palana offices: Telangana Deputy CM Bhatti

Jan 03, 2026
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The Hindu - National
By Vaidra Editorial TeamIAS-qualified experts with 15+ years UPSC coaching experience

Key Points

  1. Telangana government is implementing the Gruha Jyothi scheme to provide free electricity up to 200 units.
  2. As of January 3, 2026, 52,82,498 families are benefiting from the Gruha Jyothi scheme.
  3. The government has paid ₹3,593 crore on behalf of Gruha Jyothi beneficiaries.
  4. 25,35,560 beneficiaries are under TGSPDCL jurisdiction.
  5. 27,46,938 beneficiaries are under TGNPDCL jurisdiction.
  6. The scheme applies to all eligible beneficiaries irrespective of parties and communities.
  7. 45,995 families in Asifabad constituency are benefiting from the scheme.
  8. 65,862 families in Gajwel constituency are benefiting from the scheme.

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