पंजाब सरकार ने पूरे राज्य की ‘गौशालाओं’ के बिजली बिल माफ किए

According to reports from IBC24, the government of Punjab has announced a decision to waive electricity bills for 'gaushalas' (cow shelters) across the state. This policy initiative is intended to provide financial relief to these facilities, which often struggle with the high operational costs associated with maintaining large numbers of cattle.

The move is seen as a significant administrative step aimed at supporting animal welfare organizations and community-run shelters that house stray or abandoned cattle. By removing the burden of electricity tariffs, the state government aims to ensure that these shelters can allocate more of their limited resources toward the feeding and medical care of the animals.

While the specific financial impact of this waiver on the state's power utility revenue has not been detailed, the announcement has been welcomed by various stakeholders involved in animal husbandry and shelter management in Punjab. Further implementation details regarding the application process for these waivers are expected to be released by the relevant state departments in the coming weeks.