Yogi govt pushes bold power reforms to ensure reliable, tech-driven electricity services in UP

Comprehensive power reforms to boost consumer convenience and safety

• To ensure uninterrupted supply, transparent services, and accurate billing for consumers
• Timely resolution of electricity-related issues
• 24-hour power to improve incomes in rural areas

Lucknow : The Uttar Pradesh government, under Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath’s leadership, is set to roll out sweeping power sector reforms aimed at ensuring uninterrupted supply and consumer-first service. Focused on transparency, technology, and reliability, the initiative will benefit crores by improving billing accuracy, safety, and grievance redressal—marking a major leap towards a modern, efficient, and citizen-centric energy system.

The reforms, initially to be implemented in the Purvanchal and Dakshinanchal DISCOMs, will bring significant relief to consumers. According to Uttar Pradesh Power Corporation Ltd (UPPCL) officials, this marks the beginning of a new era in power supply across households, farms, businesses, and industries — ensuring reliable 24×7 electricity. Steady power supply will enable farmers and rural entrepreneurs to increase their incomes, promote innovation and research, reduce financial pressure on the government, and, most importantly, improve overall system management.

The use of smart technology will ensure transparent and accurate billing, helping eliminate errors and overcharging. Priority will be given to timely delivery of bills using advanced systems. Digital services will be expanded, including online bill payments, SMS alerts, mobile apps, and easy access through customer service centres. A more effective grievance redressal mechanism will be developed. With private players offering modern systems, complaints can be resolved quickly. Digitisation will make the process more transparent and corruption-free.

Consumers will be freed from frequent voltage fluctuations. Investments in modern infrastructure will stabilise and secure power supply. Technology-driven monitoring will significantly reduce electricity theft. Reliable electricity will encourage the growth of small industries and agri-based enterprises in rural areas. Improved infrastructure will also attract new industries and boost job creation.