Rajasthan Budget: State to provide 150 units of free electricity for households
Deputy Finance Minister has proposed to form of 1,050 new technical posts in the Piped Water Supply Department, as well as plans to install 1,500 hand pumps and 1,000 tube wells across Rajasthan in the coming year to improve water access.
Jaipur: Rajasthan Government proposed to provide 150 units of free electricity for households.During the ongoing Rajasthan Legislative Assembly Budget Session, Deputy Chief Minister and Finance Minister Diya Kumari presented the state budget, unveiling several major initiatives aimed at improving infrastructure, energy access, and urban development in Rajasthan.
Rajasthan Government to Offer 150 Units of Free Electricity per Month to Households
She also highlighted that homes of eligible families would be equipped with solar panels to promote sustainable energy use.As per the announcements, for those without space for solar panels, community solar plants will be established to ensure equal access.
Budget Boost: Free Electricity Initiative for Rajasthan Households
In addition, the budget proposed 5 lakh new domestic electricity connections and 5,000 new agricultural connections, ensuring greater access to electricity across the state.In State Assembly, Rajasthan Deputy CM-Finance Minister Diya Kumari said, "I am delighted to tell the Members of this House that under the able leadership of CM Bhajanlal Sharma, in FY 2025-26, GSDP of the state is estimated to increase to more than Rs 19.89 Lakh Crores.
Rajasthan’s Budget Proposal: 150 Free Electricity Units to Light Up Homes
The Minister also announced plans for enhanced urban mobility, including the removal of the BRTS system in Jaipur and the introduction of a new phase of the Jaipur Metro.Additionally, the budget proposed the creation of 9 new greenfield expressways and 15 ring roads in major cities, such as Balotra, Jaisalmer, Jhalawar, and Dungarpur, aimed at reducing traffic congestion and boosting connectivity.
Rajasthan Takes Step Towards Affordable Energy for All
She has proposed to form of 1,050 new technical posts in the Piped Water Supply Department, as well as plans to install 1,500 hand pumps and 1,000 tube wells across Rajasthan in the coming year to improve water access.In the realm of urban development, the budget allocates provisions for 2 lakh new land pattas for families, ensuring better housing opportunities.
State Budget Paves the Way for Free Electricity to Households in Rajasthan
Additionally, a Rs 1,750 crore TSP fund will be dedicated to the development of backward areas. The Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya Urban Development Scheme will be implemented with a budget of Rs 12,050 crore.
