# Sarawak offers 25% electricity discount for 716,000 households

> Sarawak government cuts electricity bills by 25% for 716,000 households under 2027 budget.
- Title: Sarawak offers 25% electricity discount for 716,000 households
- Summary: Sarawak government cuts electricity bills by 25% for 716,000 households under 2027 budget. Sarawak government provides 25% electricity bill discount and RM5…
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- Source: Malay Mail — https://malaymail.com/news/malaysia/2026/10/12/sarawak-announces-25pc-electricity-bill-discount-for-716000-households-under-2027-budget/238810
- Published: 2026-10-12T15:43:06+00:00
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## Sarawak government announces 25% electricity discount
Sarawak government today announced a 25 per cent discount on electricity bills from January to December next year under the 2027 State Budget.
## Discount benefits 716,000 households
The discount would benefit about 716,000 domestic consumers across Sarawak, at a cost of RM281 million.
## Water bill subsidy for 600,000 households
The state government also announced a RM5 monthly subsidy for water bills under the free water programme, benefiting about 600,000 domestic consumers, at RM35 million.
## Premier highlights social equity focus
Premier Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said these initiatives reflect a government that governs with compassion, foresight, and responsibility.
## 2027 budget total RM14.84 billion
The Sarawak government today unveiled a RM14.84 billion budget for 2027, themed 'Together Building Prosperity and Securing Our Futures'.
## Key takeaway

Sarawak government provides 25% electricity bill discount and RM5 water subsidy for 716,000 households under 2027 budget.