Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has introduced a significant pre-election measure, promising free electricity up to 125 units for residential users. This policy, commencing with the July 2025 billing cycle, aims to garner support from around 16.7 million households throughout Bihar. Kumar announced the decision on social media, highlighting the government’s ongoing efforts to ensure accessible electricity. The scheme also includes a plan to facilitate the installation of solar power plants over the next three years, with government assistance for eligible families. The initiative aims to eliminate electricity charges for many consumers while simultaneously boosting solar energy production, potentially reaching 10,000 megawatts. The Bihar Assembly elections are slated for late 2025. The political landscape in Bihar has seen recent shifts, with Nitish Kumar’s JD(U) forming an alliance with the BJP after previously being part of the RJD-led coalition.
Nitish Kumar’s Pre-Election Gambit: Free Electricity for Bihar Households
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