Punjab Industries Face Higher Electricity Costs During Paddy Season

During the paddy season, factories will pay more for electricity between 6 pm and 10 pm.

This extra charge, Rs 2 per unit, is to provide power to farmers.

The government says this helps farmers with irrigation.

Industry leaders are upset because they say they did not know about this charge and that it is unfair.

They claim it will hurt their businesses.

Although, there's a discount for using power at night, a minimum charge of Rs 5.50 per unit still applies.