AP Government Announces Free Electricity for Weavers from April 1
Andhra Pradesh
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News18•30-01-2026, 05:32
AP Government Announces Free Electricity for Weavers from April 1
- •Andhra Pradesh government to provide free electricity to handloom and power loom weavers starting April 1.
- •Handlooms will receive 200 units and power looms 500 units of free electricity monthly.
- •The scheme aims to support 93,000 handloom and 10,534 power loom families, reducing their electricity bill burden.
- •Minister S. Savitha stated the scheme will cost the government Rs. 85 crore annually.
- •The government also provides Rs. 4,000 monthly pension to weavers aged 50+ and secures work through partnerships with companies like Tata Taneria.
Why It Matters: Andhra Pradesh government launches free electricity scheme for weavers, aiming to support the handloom sector.
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