Karnataka govt hikes power tariff, Opposition fumes
The Karnataka Electricity Regulatory Commission (KERC) has approved the proposal submitted by various electricity supply companies in the state to revise power tariff starting July 1. After the revision, a consumer using 100 units per month will have to shell out an additional Rs 19 to Rs 31 depending on the supplying company for a period of six months.
Bescom customers will have to shell out an extra 31 paise/unit, followed by Hescom (27), Gescom (26), Mescom (21) and CESC (19). The hike will be applicable till December 2022, the KERC stated in its order.
Meanwhile, opposition party leaders lashed out at the government for the hike in electricity tariff. Congress leader and former chief minister Siddaramaiah said, “The BJP is trying to rip off the common man.
