The Economic Times

Karnataka begins Gruha Jyothi verification; BJP questions PAN, caste certificate requirement

Karnataka's Gruha Jyothi scheme, offering free electricity, is facing a door-to-door verification process. Senior BJP leader R Ashoka has accused the Congress government of using this to determine eligibility based on income and caste by demanding PAN cards and caste certificates, alleging a betrayal of poll promises. The government claims the verification is to prevent misuse of the scheme.