Current Affairs - State - Discussion

Bihar, under the leadership of Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, announced a major welfare initiative offering free electricity up to 125 units per month for all domestic consumers starting August 1, 2025. This decision is expected to benefit over 16.7 million households across the state. The scheme is part of a broader push toward affordable energy access, renewable power adoption, and economic relief for low-income families. It also serves as a strategic move in the run-up to the 2025 Assembly Elections, blending electoral considerations with long-term sustainability and climate goals, particularly through the promotion of solar energy initiatives.