Access to Electricity in India: 1993 to 2025
India has achieved over 99.2% electrification by the end of 2024, marking a significant milestone in its infrastructure development. While 100% of urban households enjoy access to electricity in India, rural areas have also made remarkable strides, reaching 99% electrification.
Back in 2014, only 79.4% of rural households and 97.1% of urban households had access to electricity. This transformation underscores India’s relentless efforts to bring reliable power to every corner of the nation, with 2025 set to surpass the 99% benchmark.
Trend of electrification in India
- Electricity coverage surpassed 99% of households.
- Efforts concentrated on ensuring reliable and uninterrupted power supply, especially in rural and semi-urban regions.
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Electrification In India 1993 to 2024
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