• Now half electricity bill up to 200 units

• Relief to 42 lakh domestic consumers

• The new policy will come into effect from December 1.

CG 200 Unit Half Bijli Bill Scheme: Chhattisgarh government has made a major change in the Half Electricity Bill Scheme with the aim of providing relief to domestic consumers. Chief Minister Vishnudev Sai has announced that now electricity bills up to 200 units will be halved in the state, which will directly benefit more than 42 lakh consumers (Domestic Consumers). This new system will come into effect from 1 December 2025, whereas till now this scheme was limited to only 100 units.

Under the new provisions, consumers who use up to 400 units of electricity per month will be able to avail of the half-bill benefit for up to 200 units. According to estimates, families who previously paid bills of ₹800–₹900 can expect this amount to drop to approximately ₹420–₹435, which will have a positive impact on monthly household budgets.

Difference between the old and new plan

The Half Electricity Bill Subsidy Scheme for up to 400 units, launched during the Bhupesh Baghel government's tenure, was reduced to 100 units in August 2025. This change increased the electricity burden of millions of consumers. Now, the state government has decided to revise this policy and provide relief for up to 200 units, which is considered a major relief for poor and middle-class families.

How will the new system work?

According to the new policy:

• The consumer will have to pay half for the first 100 units.
• Half bill benefit will continue on consumption of 101 to 200 units.
• For consumption after 200 units, the bill will have to be paid at the normal rate.

According to government officials, this scheme will increase the budget and subsidy load, but the government argues that this is an important step towards public interest and social security.

Impact on consumers – helps in economic balance

According to sources in the Energy Department, many families were unable to maintain regular electricity bill payments due to rising inflation. The new policy will not only provide relief but also improve revenue collection in the state, as the likelihood of regular payments will increase.