TERC announces 2025–26 power tariff; no hike, special relief for remote areas

The Tripura Electricity Regulatory Commission (TERC) has announced the power tariff for the financial year 2025–26, keeping energy charges unchanged across all consumer categories while introducing special relief measures for consumers in remote locations.

The revised tariff structure will come into effect from November 1. As part of the new provisions, TERC has introduced a 10 per cent rebate for hospitals, home-stays, business units run by women’s self-help groups, and mobile towers operating in remote areas.

TERC Chairperson Hemant Verma said the rebate aims to improve essential services, support local economic activities and enhance connectivity in difficult regions.

The Commission finalized the tariff order after a detailed review of petitions submitted by the Tripura State Electricity Corporation Limited (TSECL), covering the annual performance review for FY 2024–25 and tariff determination for FY 2025–26. A public hearing was also conducted, where consumers, industry representatives and other stakeholders shared their views.

Along with keeping energy charges unchanged, the Commission confirmed that households will not face any increase in monthly electricity bills under the new tariff.

Support for low-income consumers under the Kutir Jyoti scheme has been strengthened. The permissible connected load has been increased from 120 watts to 500 watts, and the monthly consumption limit doubled from 15 units to 30 units, enabling economically weaker households to use essential appliances without added financial pressure.

The Commission also announced that fixed charges will now be billed based on connected load instead of per connection, a change described as “more transparent and equitable” in the official press statement.

The option to purchase green power continues at an additional 75 paise per unit, aimed at encouraging consumers who wish to adopt cleaner energy sources.

TERC’s tariff for 2025–26 combines targeted rebates, an expanded safety net for vulnerable households and price stability, offering tangible benefits to consumers across Tripura.