A sudden development has left many beneficiaries in a state of panic as over 20 customers in Yeshwantpur received electricity bills exceeding ₹1,000 from BESCOM. The affected customers, who had been paying 0 electricity bills for the past nine months, were shocked to receive bills ranging from ₹4,273 to ₹1,400.
The issue stems from negligence by BESCOM’s meter reader, resulting in additional charges for Grihajyoti beneficiaries expecting free electricity. Customers have complained to the BESCOM office in Yeshwantpur but have yet to receive an explanation.
It’s a shock to see such a massive bill despite paying 0 current bill for months, said one affected customer. We are still trying to figure out how this happened and what we should do about it.
This situation has raised concerns about the efficiency of the government’s guarantee scheme, as the unexpected bills have impacted the financial stability of many beneficiaries. The government has not yet commented on the issue, leaving many to wonder if corrective action will be taken.
In the meantime, customers are advised to be cautious during meter readings and ensure the accuracy of their bills to avoid similar surprises.
