The free electricity plan could become a major factor in upcoming polls. In Mumbai, Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav announced that if his party wins the 2027 elections, people will get up to 300 units of electricity free. He also promised an annual pension of Rs40,000 for women to support households.

According to Indian media reports, he made this announcement while addressing party workers in Lucknow. Large numbers of supporters from Bundelkhand and other districts attended the gathering.

Read more: Three holidays ahead in Pakistan – How May 1 creates a long weekend

During his speech, he strongly criticized the current government. He said people are facing problems like poor health services, fertilizer shortage, and rising inflation.

He claimed that under the name of smart meters, citizens are being harassed. He also said electricity bills are increasing sharply, and people believe corruption is behind higher meter readings and rising costs.

He further alleged that commissions are taken even before contracts are awarded. He added that this burden is ultimately passed on to consumers through higher bills.

Taking a dig at the ruling party Bharatiya Janata Party, he said electricity meters work like EVM machines and can be manipulated. He claimed expensive electricity and gas will lead to the government’s downfall.

Read more: Early salaries before May holidays ordered - Full details inside

He told workers that public anger against smart meters is growing rapidly. He said people are forced to use firewood due to costly gas and even disconnect electricity because of high bills.

This promise may attract many voters who are struggling with high bills. But people will wait to see if it can really be implemented after elections.