Hyderabad, Aug. 2 -- Employees across Telangana's power sector are set to receive new allowances, significantly boosting their compensation. S Harish, CMD of Telangana State Power Generation Corporation (TSGENCO), issued orders on Friday, August 1, confirming these changes.

TSGENCO employees working at thermal and hydropower stations statewide will now receive a 5 percent Generation Allowance.

This initiative is primarily aimed at those working at the Kothagudem Thermal Power Station (KTPS) - 7th Phase and Bhadradri Thermal Power Station (BTPS), though it will also extend to all hydroelectric power stations. This new allowance is effective retroactively from April 1, 2025.

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