Haryana Govt to provide electricity to unauthorised colonies, slums

The Haryana Government has decided to provide the facility of electricity connection to those who are residing in unauthorised colonies or slums.

 A spokesman of Power Utilities said that the Power Department would provide   electricity connection in the houses located in unauthorized colonies or slums on purely temporary basis. No additional charges will be taken from the consumers and the electricity bill will be issued to such consumers in a separate colour, he added.

The decision aims at providing basic amenities to all the citizens in the state and will also prevent   unauthorized use of electricity by such residents.The consumers  in these areas are required to submit an affidavit and indemnity bond that the availability of electric connection is not giving any ownership right of the spokesperson said.