Telangana DISCOMs have received Rs.156.56 crore from the state government to implement the Gruha Jyothi scheme in March 2025, ensuring free electricity of up to 200 units per month for domestic consumers.
As per GO Rt. No: 10, issued by the Energy Department on March 24, this fund release is part of the Rs.1,612.12 crore budget allocation for the 2024–25 financial year under the scheme.
With this approval, Telangana State Southern Power Distribution Company Limited (TGSPDCL) and other DISCOMs will start issuing zero electricity bills to eligible households.