Chief Minister Announces Relief Scheme for Struggling Power Consumers

The chief minister of Chhattisgarh announced a consumer‑focused relief scheme designed to support those burdened by overdue electricity bills. Under the scheme, a three‑month extension will be provided to clear outstanding balances without incurring any late‑fee penalties.

In addition to the surcharge waiver, the government will apply a ten‑percent discount on the arrears, effectively lowering the final amount payable. The announcement was made during a press briefing in Raipur, where officials highlighted the importance of the measure for low‑income families and long‑term defaulters.

The administration expects that the initiative will bring immediate financial respite to millions of power users across the state and improve overall bill recovery rates.