Himachal Govt to provide power at Rs 1/Unit to farmers, announces Rs 4.04 Subsidy; issues Notification

Shimla, May 13,

The state government has officially issued a notification to provide electricity to the farming community at a highly subsidized rate of ₹1 per unit. A spokesperson of the state government said here today that the government is fully committed to ensuring affordable electricity for farmers across the state.

As per the notification, the state government will bear a subsidy of ₹4.04 per unit to maintain this low tariff, demonstrating its continued support for agricultural development and farmer welfare.

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The spokesperson further clarified that due to a slight delay in issuing the notification, some farmers may have received electricity bills reflecting temporarily increased rates. However, he assured that corrective measures have been put in place. “The excess amount recovered from the farmers will be adjusted in their upcoming bills,” he added.

Reiterating the government’s stand, the spokesperson emphasized that the welfare of farmers remains a top priority. “The present state government is taking all necessary and effective steps to support the farming community, and this electricity subsidy is a step in that direction,” he stated.

The move has been widely welcomed by farming groups, who believe that such support will help them manage rising input costs and maintain sustainable agricultural practices.

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The HimachalScape Bureau comprises seasoned journalists from Himachal Pradesh with over 25 years of experience in leading media conglomerates such as The Times of India and United News of India. Known for their in-depth regional insights, the team brings credible, research-driven, and balanced reportage on Himachal’s socio-political and developmental landscape.