Transfer of 30.63 lakh farm electricity connections to Rythu Discom is conspiracy to end 24x7 free power, alleges Harish Rao
Opposition leader Harish Rao has accused the Telangana government of planning to end free electricity for farmers by transferring connections to a new distribution company. He argues the move is a conspiracy that lacks proper infrastructure and staffing to manage the load.
Why it matters
The dispute highlights the political sensitivity of agricultural subsidies and the management of public utilities in India.
Deputy Leader of Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) Legislature Party and former minister T. Harish Rao has accused the Congress Government in Telangana of conspiring to discontinue 24x7 free power supply to agricultural pump-sets by handing over all farm-related power connections to the new Discom — Rythu Power Distribution Company of Telangana Ltd (TGRPDCL) , despite serious objections raised by power sector experts, farmers, social scientists, employees and political parties.
Opposing the G.O. 17 issued by the State Government on Monday (October 12, 2026) to transfer all farm-related power connections ( 30,62,853) — agricultural pump-sets (30,60,821), lift irrigation schemes (512), Hyderabad Metro Water Supply (105), CPWS/Mission Bhagiratha (1,145) and water connections with separate DTRs (270) — Mr. Rao said on Tuesday (October 13, 2026) that it was an indication of government’s dictatorial attitude against the farming community.
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