Delhiites to get missed call option to register choice for power subsidy

The Delhi government will soon release a phone number that will facilitate the city residents to select whether or not they want to keep availing the free electricity scheme from October 1.

Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia, who also holds the power portfolio, chaired a meeting on Saturday with senior officials of the power department, discoms and other departments concerned.

"We have decided to simplify the procedure for opting-in for power subsidy. We will soon release a phone number where consumers can drop a missed call or WhatsApp to register their choice for the power subsidy. Delhiites will also have the convenience of opting in through a QR (Quick Response) code on the bill or by visiting the discom centre, besides filling a form attached to the bill," he said.

Nearly 47,11,176 (more than 47 lakh) families are taking benefit of the power subsidy at present.

All consumers will be given a choice to opt-out from the subsidy or continue getting free electricity from October