Industry flags power tariff shock, land policy issues; seeks Telangana government intervention

Hyderabad: Leading industrial, trade and commerce bodies in Telangana on Wednesday warned the State government of a growing power tariff shock, citing sharp increases in electricity costs, stalled investments and potential job losses.

At a joint press conference held at the Federation of Telangana Chambers of Commerce and Industry, industry representatives urged the government to immediately review recent policy and regulatory decisions. They said the measures had begun to hurt industrial activity across sectors.

Industry bodies flagged the sudden unblocking of kVArh billing as a major concern. They said the move caused electricity bills to rise three to five times for several industrial units. According to them, the decision was abrupt and technically flawed. Therefore, they demanded a phased implementation with prior awareness among consumers.

Meanwhile, industry representatives expressed concern over delays in implementing the Clean and Green Energy Policy. They also pointed to the non-issuance of solar no-objection certificates, high open access charges and the withdrawal of the earlier Rs.1.50 per unit night Time-of-Day concession.

Power tariff shock adds to land policy uncertainty

The industry bodies also raised alarm over G.O. Ms No. 27 issued under the Hyderabad Industrial Lands Transformation Policy. They said the lack of clarity on relocation and compensation had created widespread uncertainty among existing units.

While reaffirming confidence in the government’s vision of “Telangana Rising”, the representatives cautioned that policy uncertainty and unilateral decisions could deter fresh investments. They called for structured consultations with stakeholders and assured full cooperation with the government to support sustainable industrial growth, employment generation and investor confidence.