PATNA: Bihar Electricity Regulatory Commission (BERC) is likely to allow a 10-15% hike in the existing power tariff for all category of consumers. Currently, BERC is working out the new tariff, which is likely to be implemented from next month’s energy bill.
The BERC’s three-day public hearing of objections and suggestions related to the proposal of Bihar State Electricity Board (BSEB) seeking a steep hike in tariff came to an end here on Wednesday. The commission took note of the objections and suggestions made by various stakeholders – members of trade and commerce associations and the public.
Sources in the BERC said the BSEB, in its tariff petition, has proposed a steep hike in power tariff for 2011-12 in order to minimize its losses.