23% rise in power theft cases; maximum cases in Palwal circle

The Dakshin Haryana Bijli Vitran Nigam (DHBVN) has detected 55,498 cases of power theft in all 11 power circles and imposed a fine of Rs 199 crore during the financial year. The intensified drive by the DHBVN this year has led to an increase in detection of power theft by 23% as compared to the previous financial year.

Taking action against power stealers, the nigam imposed a fine of Rs 199 crore, which is an increase of 27.57% as compared to the Rs 156 crore fine imposed during 2021-22. The recovery rate of penalty, too, had improved by 38% as nearly Rs 109 crore was recovered this year, whereas during 2021-22, about Rs 78 crore had been recovered.