The Hindu·3 min read·medium
Bihar’s per capita power consumption increased more than five times to 401 units from 75 in 2005
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Amit Bhelari✦AI Summary
Bihar has seen a significant increase in per capita electricity consumption, rising from 75 units in 2005 to 401 units in 2026. This growth is attributed to universal electrification schemes, increased industrialization, and a massive expansion in the number of power consumers.
Bihar has registered more than a fivefold jump in electricity consumption over the past two decades during the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) regime.
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