Madhya Pradesh Electricity Bill Samadhan Yojana 2025–26 launched! Up to 100% surcharge waiver on pending electricity bills

Madhya Pradesh government's Samadhan Yojana 2025–26, launched to provide relief to electricity bill defaulters, has received an overwhelming response from consumers. Within just two days of launch, more than 1,366 consumers registered, depositing a total outstanding amount of ₹2.70 crore. Under the scheme’s surcharge waiver policy, the state has also waived ₹1.53 crore in late payment surcharge, offering major financial relief to consumers burdened by long-pending dues.

The scheme was officially launched on 3 November 2025 by Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav under the state’s Energy Department. The initiative aims to provide heavy surcharge relaxation for consumers with electricity dues pending for 3 months or more, enabling them to clear their bills with significant financial benefit.

Maximum Benefits in First Phase - MD Appeals to Consumers:

Managing Director Shri Kshitij Singhal urged consumers to take advantage of the first phase for maximum savings.
“This scheme is a major relief for consumers who were unable to pay even the principal amount due to increasing surcharge. Now, they can clear their dues with a surcharge relief of 60% to 100%, either through one-time payment or in installments,” he said.

Samadhan Yojana 2025–26: Key Highlights:

• Purpose: Surcharge waiver on electricity bills pending for 3 months or more
• Tagline: Pay early, Save more

Phase 1: 3 November to 31 December 2025:

• 60% to 100% surcharge waiver
• Highest benefits for one-time payment

Phase 2: 1 January to 28 February 2026:

• 50% to 90% surcharge waiver

Consumers are strongly encouraged to clear dues during Phase 1 to avail maximum benefits.

Registration & Payment Process:

To enroll in the scheme, consumers must register through:

• M.P. Central Region Power Distribution Portal: portal.mpcz.in
• Soon to be available on the “Upaay App”

Registration Fee:

• Domestic & Agricultural consumers: 10% of outstanding amount
• Non-domestic/Industrial consumers: 25% of outstanding amount

Additional details can be obtained from:

• Nearest electricity distribution center
• Sub-division office
• Official websites of all three power distribution companies

Payment Mode & Rules:

• Payment can be made in full or through installments
• Registration is mandatory for installment payment
• A mobile number must be provided at the time of registration
• Payments can be made via all authorized digital and online modes

Missed Installment Rules:

• One missed installment: Must be paid before the next installment with penalty
• Two consecutive missed installments: Consumer will be declared a defaulter

If marked as defaulter:

• Surcharge waiver will be revoked
• Waived surcharge and interest will be added back to the bill
• Legal recovery or disconnection may be initiated

Final Dates for Installment Payments:

• The first installment must be paid by the due date of the next electricity bill
• For agricultural consumers, the last working day of every month is the final deadline
• No additional discount is offered for pre-payment

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