In this regard, Minister Senthil Balaji in Karur told reporters, “The Government of Tamil Nadu has a special concern for the welfare of farmers. It has been waiting for more than 20 years.
GST collection for other works in the power sector was introduced in 2018 under the last regime. The Leader of the Opposition has been claiming that the new GST will be levied. The Government of Tamil Nadu is adamant that there is no GST on electricity tariffs.
Under the last regime, power generation was only 53 per cent. The installation of meters for farmers was started in 2017 itself. The OBS has just released a report as the meter is being fitted. Launched during the AIADMK regime in fitting meters in electrical connections for farmers. Still being implemented. In electrical connections for farmers. The Government of Tamil Nadu has been providing a subsidy to provide free electricity even if the meter is fitted.
In Tamil Nadu, 17% of electricity is lost when it is carried away. Following the installation of DP meters in transformers, smart meters will be installed in homes.
One third of the posts in the E-Board are vacant. The monthly survey requires two stock employees. The Chief Minister will soon take steps to conduct a monthly survey. The underground power line in Chennai will be extended to other corporations with the permission of the Chief Minister. ”
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Above agricultural lands. Asked about the struggles of farmers over the erection of high power towers, he said, “If the farmers who have not been compensated for setting up high power towers submit a list, the Electricity Board will take action to provide compensation within a month.” It is by no means fair to ask farmers who have already agreed and signed for double compensation.
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A solar power park will be set up in each district to generate the required electricity. ”
Correspondent: T. Karthikeyan, Karur
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