Patiala, June 14 : Following a nod from the power regulator, Punjab on Friday increased its power rates.The tariff increase for domestic users is 10 to 12 paise per unit, while for industry it is 15 paise per unit.
Industry had been demanding relief but it got a shock with the hike.
Industrialists say while 300 units free are being given to domestic users, those creating jobs are getting a hike in power rates.