Pay power bill punctually, earn cheaper LEDs

Consumers with zero arrears pending against them will be given LED (light emitting diode) lights at subsidised rates in Lucknow. LED bulb Rs 400 worth will be given at Rs 135 under the Centre`s Domestic Efficient Lighting Programme (DELP) and consume 85% less electricity illuminating as much as any other bulb. The scheme will start in Lucknow in a month`s time. Switching over to LED bulbs will cut down electricity bill. A single LED bulb of 7watt can help save Rs 180 in a year. Lucknow Electricity Supply Administration (LESA) is getting ready database of consumers for distribution of LED bulbs at subsidised rates.