The Transnistrian administration decided to reduce the gas and electric power tariffs for the residents of Transnistria’s villages. From May 1, the tariffs will be by 20% lower, IPN reports.

According to the Transnistrian press, the decision was taken in a move to support the people living in rural areas, who are mainly pensioners and budget-funded employees. The period of validity of the decision expires at this yearend.

Thus, for 1 kw/h of electricity the residents of the Transnistrian villages will pay 46 kopeks (about 80 banutsi or 0.8 lei). The tariff for natural gas will be 65 kopeks per cubic meter (about 1.15 lei.).