Chandigarh, Aug. 6 -- Punjab chief minister Bhagwant Mann on Wednesday approved waiving electricity bills for all gaushalas across the state.

The decision will extend the benefit of free power to 152 additional gaushalas, taking the total number to 518.

Chairing a meeting here, Mann said, "Gaushalas play a key role in addressing the issue of stray cattle across the state. At present, 366 gaushalas are receiving free electricity and now 152 more will be brought under this facility. Not even a single penny will be charged for electricity supplied to them."

Appreciating the efforts of gaushala management committees, Mann said, "The various gaushalas are efficiently taking care of stray cattle who otherwise could pose a serious threat to h...