Check power thefts, work on reforms: J&K L-G Manoj Sinha

Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha chaired a high-level meeting to review the power scenario in Jammu and Kashmir ahead of the summer season. The L-G suggested multi-pronged strategies to meet high electricity demand during the summer season and directed the authorities on integrating reforms for making the power sector robust and resilient.

Sinha issued directions for a dedicated enforcement wing for the detection of power thefts, wrong metering, taking up public complaints, unauthorised extensions in load and surprise checking.

“Smart meters must be saturated feeder-wise to protect consumer interests and quality standards. It will empower the consumers and help them conserve energy,” he said.