Energy department adds ‘opt-out’ option to the Gruha Jyothi form
The Karnataka Energy Department has introduced an 'opt-out' clause in the Gruha Jyothi verification form, allowing consumers to decline providing personal data. However, choosing this option results in the immediate discontinuation of electricity subsidy benefits.
The Energy Department has made one more addition to the Gruha Jyothi door-to-door verification form. In Part 2, beneficiaries can choose not to provide details such as their Aadhaar card, voter ID, ration card, PAN card, caste details, mobile number and profession. However, if consumers refuse to provide these details, their Gruha Jyothi benefits will also be discontinued.
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