Both direct (electricity and fuel) and indirect (nitrogenous and phosphorus fertilisers, and pesticides) energy use in Indian agriculture have increased over the years. Indirect use of energy in the form of fertilisers contributed 68.4 per cent in 2009-10 but reduced to 60.61 per cent in 2019-20. Electricity consumption in agriculture is increasing, driven by higher irrigation demand for new crop varieties and subsidised electricity provided to the sector.
The Ashok Gehlot-led government has promised subsidised power, LPG cylinder, medical insurance and pension. But there is much anger against the CM among Gujjars over his in-house tussle with Sachin Pilot
Delhi lieutenant governor VK Saxena on Monday wrote to Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal warning him of legal action regarding his allegations of an alleged bid to stop the AAP government s flagship power subsidy scheme in the city.Saxena asked the CM to furnish documents, substantiating his allegations. He further termed them as unsubstantiated and false.
The Bill's unidimensional concern is to preserve the interests of the private investor. It will lead to the privatisation of profits and socialisation of losses.