At over 11%, power distribution losses weigh Bescom down

Transmission and distribution (T&D) losses of Bescom have almost stagnated close to 11% for four years now, raising concerns over the management of power by the state’s largest electricity supply company.

The recent hike in power tariff has irked consumers who want escoms to focus on bringing down such losses instead of shifting the burden onto them.

Data accessed by DH shows that Bescom’s distribution loss has come down only marginally over the last two years — from 11.73% in 2020-21 to 11.23% in 2021-22. Though the exact loss for 2022-23 is yet to be calculated, according to sources, it’s said to be close to 11%.