Patna, July 17 || Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Thursday announced 125 units of free electricity per month for every household in Bihar, sparking both praise and sharp criticism.
While the ruling NDA hailed the announcement as "historic" and transformative for the poor, Opposition parties accused the state government of copying their schemes without originality.
Making the declaration on social media, CM Nitish Kumar stated that from August 1, 2025 -- beginning with the July billing cycle -- domestic consumers in Bihar will receive 125 units of electricity for free, benefiting approximately 1.67 crore families.
The Chief Minister termed the initiative a step toward "relief and empowerment" of the people.
He also announced plans to generate up to 10,000 MW of solar energy in Bihar over the next three years. Solar power plants will be installed on rooftops or nearby public land with consumer consent.
For extremely poor families, the government will fully fund solar panel installations under the 'Kutir Jyoti Yojana,' while others will receive partial government support.