CAG flags Rs 42 crore power subsidy to dormant consumers in Delhi, questions targeting of scheme

CAG flagged Delhi government's power subsidy scheme irregularities and questioned beneficiary targeting. Over Rs 42 crore was disbursed to dormant electricity connections with no consumption. The audit covered four financial years from 2019-20 to 2022-23. Subsidy expenditure rose significantly during this period, benefiting many consumers. The report recommended a transparent mechanism for fund utilization and verification.

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