The Uttar Pradesh government has decided not to increase electricity tariffs for the financial year 2026-27, keeping power rates unchanged for the seventh consecutive year. The government said the decision is expected to provide financial relief to households, farmers, traders and industries while continuing efforts to strengthen the state's power supply system.
According to the government, electricity tariffs have not been increased by even one paisa over the past seven years. It said the decision will directly benefit millions of electricity consumers across the state.
The government stated that stable electricity tariffs will prevent any additional financial burden on domestic consumers, farmers, small businesses and industrial units. It said the decision will provide relief to consumers amid rising inflation.
The state government also said it has continued to strengthen the electricity supply system while maintaining stable tariffs. According to officials, power supply in both urban and rural areas has become more regular and improved compared with previous years. The government said its objective is to provide quality and uninterrupted electricity to every city, village, road and street across the state.
It said continuous efforts have been made to strengthen the electricity distribution network, enhance transformer capacity and reduce line losses, adding that these measures have improved the state's power infrastructure.
The government also said Uttar Pradesh recorded its highest-ever electricity supply during the summer season this year, with a peak supply of 32,673 MW. According to the government, the record enabled improved power availability despite rising demand.
Energy Minister Arvind Kumar Sharma said in a post on social media platform X that electricity tariffs have remained unchanged for the seventh consecutive year in the state. He said the same tariff rates fixed seven years ago will continue to apply to all categories of consumers during the financial year 2026-27. The minister also said the state is ensuring electricity supply at record levels while maintaining stable tariffs.
The government said stable electricity tariffs and an improved power supply system will support the state's economic development, encourage investment and provide relief to citizens.
