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Mint
5 days ago
- Politics
- Mint
Greater Noida news: Supertech Eco Village residents assaulted by guards after complaining about power cut
A group of security personnel and maintenance staff allegedly assaulted residents of Supertech Eco Village 1 in Greater Noida on Thursday night after the latter complained about a prolonged power cut in the residential society. Several videos, now going viral on social media, show the security personnel hitting some residents with batons and sticks. The videos also show the residents being punched, kicked, and thrashed with batons. According to a TOI report, the power supply had been interrupted for several hours in the housing society following which several residents approached the security office seeking answers and restoration. However, the onsite maintenance staff and security guards started assaulting the residents. Taking cognizance of the incident, DCP Central Noida said that an FIR has been registered at the Bisrakh police station and further necessary action is being taken. 'In the Bisrakh police station area, a dispute and scuffle between residents and the maintenance team at Eco Village 1 society over an electricity issue. Bisrakh police have registered an FIR and taken those involved in the assault into custody. Further necessary action is being taken," the DCP said in a message posted on X. According to Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, the state government is set to slash power tariffs by 26 per cent in five years, a PTI report said on Thursday. In a post on social media platform X (formerly Twitter), Fadnavis on June 25 said that the lowering of power tariffs will start with a 10 per cent cut in the first year. This is the first in the history of the state, he added. 'For the first time in the history of the state, electricity rates will be reduced by 10 per cent in the first year and 26 per cent in five years in phases,' Fadnavis declared on X. 'We are grateful to the Maharashtra State Electricity Regulatory Commission (MERC) for giving this verdict on the petition of Mahavitaran,' he added. – According to Fadnavis, in a first for the state, Mahavitaran filed a petition to reduce electricity tariffs which was accepted by the MERC. – The order will cover all three categories: commercial consumers, domestic consumers, and industrial consumers. – For 70 per cent of consumers using less than 100 units of electricity, a maximum rate reduction of 10 per cent will be achieved, the CM added. – Fadnavis also said that work on the Mukhyamantri Saur Krishi Vahini Yojana 2.0 is 'on a war footing' to ensure day-time and reliable electricity supply to farmers.
Mint
5 days ago
- Politics
- Mint
Supertech Eco village residents complain about prolonged power cut, are assaulted by guards in Greater Noida
A group of security personnel and maintenance staff allegedly assaulted residents of Supertech Eco Village 1 in Greater Noida on Thursday night after the latter complained about a prolonged power cut in the residential society. Several videos, now going viral on social media, show the security personnel hitting some residents with batons and sticks. The videos also show the residents being punched, kicked, and thrashed with batons. According to a TOI report, the power supply had been interrupted for several hours in the housing society following which several residents approached the security office seeking answers and restoration. However, the onsite maintenance staff and security guards started assaulting the residents. Taking cognizance of the incident, DCP Central Noida said that an FIR has been registered at the Bisrakh police station and further necessary action is being taken. 'In the Bisrakh police station area, a dispute and scuffle between residents and the maintenance team at Eco Village 1 society over an electricity issue. Bisrakh police have registered an FIR and taken those involved in the assault into custody. Further necessary action is being taken," the DCP said in a message posted on X. According to Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, the state government is set to slash power tariffs by 26 per cent in five years, a PTI report said on Thursday. In a post on social media platform X (formerly Twitter), Fadnavis on June 25 said that the lowering of power tariffs will start with a 10 per cent cut in the first year. This is the first in the history of the state, he added. 'For the first time in the history of the state, electricity rates will be reduced by 10 per cent in the first year and 26 per cent in five years in phases,' Fadnavis declared on X. 'We are grateful to the Maharashtra State Electricity Regulatory Commission (MERC) for giving this verdict on the petition of Mahavitaran,' he added. – According to Fadnavis, in a first for the state, Mahavitaran filed a petition to reduce electricity tariffs which was accepted by the MERC. – The order will cover all three categories: commercial consumers, domestic consumers, and industrial consumers. – For 70 per cent of consumers using less than 100 units of electricity, a maximum rate reduction of 10 per cent will be achieved, the CM added. – Fadnavis also said that work on the Mukhyamantri Saur Krishi Vahini Yojana 2.0 is 'on a war footing' to ensure day-time and reliable electricity supply to farmers. – 'Along with this, due to the large emphasis on green energy in the power purchase agreements in the coming period, there will be savings in the cost of purchasing electricity,' he added.
Economic Times
7 days ago
- Business
- Economic Times
Maharashtra announces major power tariff cut; Here's how it will reduce your electricity bill
Maharashtra residents can expect lower electricity bills. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis announced a phased tariff reduction. The first year will see a 10% decrease. A total 26% reduction is planned over five years. Around 70% of consumers using less than 100 units will benefit most. The state is also promoting green energy. This will further reduce costs. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads In major relief to the people of the state, Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis announced a significant reduction in electricity tariffs across the state.A statement of Maharashtra Chief Minister's Office said that the electricity rates will be reduced by 10 per cent in the first year and there will be a 26 per cent reduction in phases over the next five proportion of people using less than 100 units of electricity in the state is 70 per cent. Work on Mukhyamantri Saur Krishi Vahini Yojana 2.0 has started on a war footing, CMO added."Good news on electricity tariffs! For the first time in the State's history, electricity tariffs will be reduced, starting with a 10 per cent cut in the first year, and a total 26 per cent reduction in phases over the next 5 years. Thanks to the Maharashtra Electricity Regulatory Commission (MERC) for approving MSEDCL's proposal to reduce tariffs, a move never attempted before. Previously, petitions used to be filed for tariff hikes of around 10%, but this time a petition was filed for a reduction -- benefitting domestic, industrial, and commercial consumers alike," said Minister mentioned that nearly 70 per cent of consumers in the State use less than 100 units and they will benefit the most from the 10 per cent tariff tariffs continue to be the highest in the state as compared to BEST, Tata Power and Adani Electricity."In the past, we witnessed a minimum 10% hike in tariff and this year we have changed the scenario. In the next five years, tariff is set to drop furthermore as we are procuring more green power through solar, hydro etc, saving Rs 66,000 crore in power purchase," MSEDCL managing director Lokesh Chandra told ToI, adding that tariffs will not go up next five years for all including industry ensuring more industries come to will drop eventually for all residential users till 2029-30. For example, in the 301-500 units consumption category, there is a drop of 13%, 26% for 0-100 units etc. "There is an 80% discount in solar hours in the residential category for smart meters and that's how all monthly bills will be lower than existing," Chandra feature of the order included an additional 10% TOD discount for daytime electricity use for residential consumers with smart meters and incentives for residential consumers generating solar energy.
NDTV
7 days ago
- Business
- NDTV
Maharashtra Government Announces Reduction In Power Tariffs
Mumbai: Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis announced a significant reduction in electricity tariffs across the state. According to a statement released by the Maharashtra Chief Minister's Office, electricity rates will be reduced by 10 per cent in the first year and there will be a 26 per cent reduction in phases over the next five years. The proportion of people using less than 100 units of electricity in the state is 70 per cent. Work on Mukhyamantri Saur Krishi Vahini Yojana 2.0 has started on a war footing, CMO added. Hailing the decision, Mr Fadnavis said in a post on X, "Good news on electricity tariffs! For the first time in the State's history, electricity tariffs will be reduced, starting with a 10 per cent cut in the first year, and a total 26 per cent reduction in phases over the next 5 years. Thanks to the Maharashtra Electricity Regulatory Commission (MERC) for approving MSEDCL's proposal to reduce tariffs, a move never attempted before. Previously, petitions used to be filed for tariff hikes of around 10%, but this time, a petition was filed for a reduction -- benefitting domestic, industrial, and commercial consumers alike." Chief Minister mentioned that nearly 70 per cent of consumers in the State use less than 100 units and they will benefit the most from the 10 per cent tariff cut. Meanwhile, Maharashtra Chief Minister Fadnavis also mentioned the development of Vadhavan Port. "We are building Vadhavan Port, which will be three times bigger than Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority, the largest port of our country that handles 60 per cent of our container traffic. The Prime Minister laid the foundation of Vadhavan Port. Due to this, Maharashtra is emerging as a magnet for industry and logistics in the country," he said.
Time of India
7 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Maharashtra announces major power tariff cut; Here's how it will reduce your electricity bill
In major relief to the people of the state, Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis announced a significant reduction in electricity tariffs across the state. A statement of Maharashtra Chief Minister's Office said that the electricity rates will be reduced by 10 per cent in the first year and there will be a 26 per cent reduction in phases over the next five years. The proportion of people using less than 100 units of electricity in the state is 70 per cent. Work on Mukhyamantri Saur Krishi Vahini Yojana 2.0 has started on a war footing, CMO added. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Villa For Sale in Dubai Might Surprise You Villas in Dubai | Search ads Learn More Undo "Good news on electricity tariffs! For the first time in the State's history, electricity tariffs will be reduced, starting with a 10 per cent cut in the first year, and a total 26 per cent reduction in phases over the next 5 years. Thanks to the Maharashtra Electricity Regulatory Commission (MERC) for approving MSEDCL's proposal to reduce tariffs, a move never attempted before. Previously, petitions used to be filed for tariff hikes of around 10%, but this time a petition was filed for a reduction -- benefitting domestic, industrial, and commercial consumers alike," said Fadnavis. Who will benefit? Chief Minister mentioned that nearly 70 per cent of consumers in the State use less than 100 units and they will benefit the most from the 10 per cent tariff cut. Live Events What does the cut mean for you? MSEDCL tariffs continue to be the highest in the state as compared to BEST, Tata Power and Adani Electricity. "In the past, we witnessed a minimum 10% hike in tariff and this year we have changed the scenario. In the next five years, tariff is set to drop furthermore as we are procuring more green power through solar, hydro etc, saving Rs 66,000 crore in power purchase," MSEDCL managing director Lokesh Chandra told ToI, adding that tariffs will not go up next five years for all including industry ensuring more industries come to Maharashtra. Tariffs will drop eventually for all residential users till 2029-30. For example, in the 301-500 units consumption category, there is a drop of 13%, 26% for 0-100 units etc. "There is an 80% discount in solar hours in the residential category for smart meters and that's how all monthly bills will be lower than existing," Chandra said. Another feature of the order included an additional 10% TOD discount for daytime electricity use for residential consumers with smart meters and incentives for residential consumers generating solar energy.
