Haryana Agri Discom: Third power distribution company for 7.12 lakh farmers

Key facts

• Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini announced the creation of 'Haryana Agri Discom', the state’s third power distribution company dedicated to agriculture.
• Haryana Agri Discom will supply electricity to all 5,084 agricultural feeders and 7.12 lakh agriculture consumers in Haryana.
• The 2026-27 Haryana budget allocates Rs 28,205 crore as capital expenditure, 12.6% of the total Rs 2.23 lakh crore outlay.
• World Bank approved Rs 2,716 crore for the 'Haryana Clean Air Project' to improve air quality in the state.
• A Rs 100 crore 'Haryana Green Climate Resilience Fund' is proposed to promote zero-emission vehicles, renewable energy, water conservation, urban greening, climate-resilient agriculture and nature-based solutions.