Archive · 2 Aug 2025
CPM Demands Withdrawal of Massive Electricity Tariff Burden
The CPM party is upset about a plan to raise electricity bills by a lot of money, about 12,771 crore rupees.
They say this is happening because the government wants to charge extra fees called 'True-Up' charges.
The CPM believes the government is going back on its word to lower electricity costs.
They are worried that the government and companies are secretly raising prices in ways that hurt people.
The party is asking people to protest on August 5th, to stop the price increases and get rid of the 'True-Up' charges.
They also don't want smart meters to be used.
CPM demands withdrawal of Rs 12,771 crore electricity tariff hike.
CPM criticizes proposed 'True-Up' charges by distribution companies.
CPM accuses the government of breaking its promise to reduce electricity charges.
CPM alleges illegal practices in setting electricity tariffs, burdening consumers.
CPM calls for public protests on August 5 against tariff hikes and smart meters.
- Who
- CPM and consumers are opposing the electricity tariff hike.
- What
- CPM demands withdrawal of proposed Rs 12,771 crore electricity tariff burden.
- When
- Protests are planned for August 5.
- Where
- Vijayawada
- Why
- CPM believes the hike breaks government promises and burdens consumers through illegal practices.
CPM's Stance
Government's Stance
Tariff Increase
CPM's Stance
CPM demands the immediate withdrawal of the proposed Rs 12,771 crore electricity tariff burden.
Government's Stance
Distribution companies proposed the electricity tariff.
Government's Commitment
CPM's Stance
CPM accuses the government of breaking its promise to reduce electricity charges.
Government's Stance
The government stated it is not increasing tariffs.
- Party Demanding Withdrawal
- CPM
- Proposed Additional Burden
- Rs 12,771 crore
- Type of Charge
- True-Up
- Timeframe of Charges
- 2019-20 to 2023-24
- Previous True-Up Charges Paid
- Rs 3,000 crore
- Additional Adjustment Charges
- Rs 15,485 crore
- Monthly Extra Charge
- 40 paise per unit
- Protest Date
- August 5