evidence: The Congress government in Karnataka will launch free electricity scheme 'Gruha Jyoti' on August 1 and the 'Gruha Lakshmi' scheme that provides ₹2,000 assistance per month to women identified as heads of families on August 17 or 18, chief minister Siddaramaiah said on Thursday. [...] Speaking to reporters after the meeting, Siddaramaiah clarified that officers have been directed to extend Gruha Jyoti, fee power scheme to tenants also. [...] Registration for the Gruha Jyoti scheme can be done through Seva Sindhu Portal. In addition, help desks will be established in all ESCOMs (Electricity Supply Companies). The registration process will start from June 15. Application can be submitted through Bangalore One, Karnataka One, Gram One centers and also at home through computer or mobile app. New house owners or new tenants will also be given free electricity facilities based on the state average of electricity consumption, the release said quoting the CM.