Hundreds of rural and tribal families in Karnataka's Chitradurga and Tumakuru districts are set to receive electricity connections for the first time, marking a significant step toward energy inclusion in the state's remote areas.
Survey Identifies Beneficiary Households
According to an official survey conducted by the Bangalore Electricity Supply Company (Bescom), 520 households in Chitradurga district and 32 households in Tumakuru district have been identified as beneficiaries for the electrification project. The comprehensive survey aimed to locate households that remain without access to electricity in these regions.
Implementation Timeline and Process
The electrification work is scheduled to be completed by November 2025, as confirmed by Bescom officials. The initiative forms part of the government's broader efforts to ensure complete electrification across Karnataka, particularly focusing on tribal communities and rural populations that have historically lacked access to basic amenities.
Bescom teams have begun the groundwork for connecting these households to the power grid. The process involves assessing the technical requirements for each location, installing necessary infrastructure including poles and transformers where needed, and ensuring that all safety standards are met before energizing the connections.
Impact on Local Communities
This electrification drive is expected to transform the lives of residents in these areas, providing them with reliable electricity for lighting, education, healthcare, and economic activities. Many tribal households in these districts currently rely on traditional lighting sources such as kerosene lamps, which pose health and safety risks while limiting productive hours after sunset.
With electricity access, children will be able to study after dark, local businesses can operate more efficiently, and healthcare facilities can improve their services. The initiative also aligns with the national goal of providing 24x7 power to all households across the country.
Local authorities have welcomed the development, noting that electricity access will serve as a catalyst for overall development in these regions. The project represents a significant milestone in Karnataka's journey toward complete rural electrification and energy security for all citizens.
