Gruha Jyothi Yojana is a scheme launched by the government of Karnataka in 2023 to provide free electricity to residential consumers in the state. The scheme aims to improve the living conditions of people in Karnataka by reducing their electricity expenses and enhancing their quality of life. The scheme also tries to address the financial hardships faced by people due to the COVID-19 pandemic and the subsequent lockdowns. The scheme also encourages people to use electricity wisely and responsibly.
Benefits of Gruha Jyothi Yojana
The main benefit of Gruha Jyothi Yojana is that it provides free electricity up to 200 units per month to all residential consumers in Karnataka. This means that if a person uses up to 200 units of electricity in a month, they will not have to pay any electricity bill. This can help them save around some money every month. The scheme also benefits the environment by encouraging people to use electricity judiciously and reduce wastage.
Eligibility for Gruha Jyothi Yojana
The eligibility criteria for Gruha Jyothi Yojana are as follows:
- The applicant must be a resident of Karnataka and have a valid Aadhaar card.
- The applicant must have a domestic electricity connection with BESCOM or any other electricity distribution company in Karnataka.
- The applicant must not have any pending dues or arrears with the electricity distribution company.
- The applicant must not have any commercial or industrial activity in their premises.
- The applicant must not have more than one domestic electricity connection in their name or in their family members' names.
How to Apply for Gruha Jyothi Yojana
The application process for Gruha Jyothi Yojana is simple and online. The applicants can follow these steps to apply for the scheme:
- Visit the official website of Seva Sindhu portal at https://sevasindhu.karnataka.gov.in/Sevasindhu/English
- Click on "Gruha Jyothi Scheme" under the "Services" section on the homepage.
- Read the instructions and guidelines carefully and click on "Apply Online".
- Fill in the application form with the required details such as name, address, Aadhaar number, electricity connection number, mobile number, email id, etc.
- Upload the scanned copies of the necessary documents such as Aadhaar card, electricity bill, ration card, etc.
- Submit the application form and take a printout of the acknowledgement slip for future reference².
How to Utilize the Benefits of Gruha Jyothi Yojana
The beneficiaries of Gruha Jyothi Yojana can utilize the benefits of the scheme by following these steps:
- Check their monthly electricity consumption on their meter or on their online account with the electricity distribution company.
- If their monthly consumption is less than or equal to 200 units, they will not receive any electricity bill from the company.
- If their monthly consumption is more than 200 units, they will receive an electricity bill from the company for the excess units only.
- Pay the bill amount within the due date to avoid any penalty or disconnection
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