Hyderabad, Feb. 27 -- Keeping up its poll promise, the Congress-run Telangana government on Tuesday launched the 'Gruha Jyothi' scheme with immediate effect, making electricity under 200 units free for all eligible households. The new programme applies for all Food Security Card (white ration card) holders, or for marginalised families. Chief minister Revanth Reddy launched the programme.

According to the government order (GO) dated February 26, the households in Telangana that are eligible will receive a 'zero bill' under the 'Gruha Jyothi' scheme for power consumption under 200 units. All applications received through the 'Praja Palana' and other channels, and which are linked to Aadhar cards will be covered under the scheme. To cover ...