- By Kamakshi Bishnoi
- Fri, 02 May 2025 03:02 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
The Bihar electricity department has made it easier for farmers in all branches to obtain electricity connections for irrigation in Bhabua. According to Shashikant Kumar, Executive Engineer, Bhabua, applicants can apply through the Suvidha App, the departmental website, or the nearest electricity office.
Under the Chief Minister's Electricity Assistance Scheme, the Bihar Electricity Regulatory Commission has set a rate of 6.74 per unit for irrigation. The state government is providing a subsidy of 6.19 per unit.
Due to the subsidy provided by the state government on agricultural connections, farmers are being provided electricity for irrigation at only 55 paise per unit. For new agricultural connections, farmers need to submit identification and residential proof (Aadhaar card or Voter ID card) along with land ownership documents.
Department officials have urged all farmers to obtain electricity connections before using electricity and avoid unnecessary trouble. During inspections, those found stealing electricity illegally may face fines and legal action.
