Bescom requests extension for Gruha Jyothi beneficiary survey completion

Bangalore Electricity Supply Company (Bescom) has approached state authorities requesting a one-month extension to conclude its survey operations for the Gruha Jyothi scheme, which provides subsidized power to eligible households across Karnataka.

The survey forms a critical component of the implementation process, requiring field teams to verify household details and eligibility criteria for beneficiaries seeking to enrol in the scheme. The extension would allow Bescom to address any outstanding verification cases and consolidate data collected across its operational zones.

Bescom's request reflects the logistical complexities involved in conducting large-scale surveys across urban and rural areas within its service territory. The company has indicated that additional time is necessary to ensure comprehensive coverage and accuracy of beneficiary records before the scheme's rollout accelerates.

The state government has not yet formally responded to Bescom's extension request. Officials said the decision would be taken after reviewing the current progress of survey activities and assessing the timeline for completing pending verifications.