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Sarawak to give 25% electricity discount to over 700,000 households
The Sarawak state government has unveiled a quarter reduction in power bills for more than 716,000 households as part of its 2027 budget allocation. The initiative is set to take effect from January.
LSN Malaysia ·
KUCHING — Sarawak will roll out a 25 per cent electricity bill discount benefiting 716,000 households beginning January, marking a significant cost-of-living measure announced under the state's upcoming budget framework.
The discount programme represents a key component of the state administration's financial commitments aimed at easing household expenses for residents across Sarawak. The measure is expected to provide tangible relief to families managing monthly utility costs in the state.
State officials have indicated that the scheme forms part of broader economic support initiatives outlined in the 2027 budget deliberations. The discount will apply to eligible residential consumers across the utility provider's service areas throughout Sarawak.
Details regarding specific eligibility criteria and implementation mechanisms for the subsidy scheme are expected to be clarified in subsequent official announcements by the state government and relevant utility authorities.