‘Make disconnection drive customer-friendly’

SAMBALPUR: Residents under the banner of Paschimanchal Ekta Manch (PEM) on Monday demanded the district administration to initiate steps to make WESCO’s power disconnection drive, consumer friendly. The disconnection drive in the town will begin from Tuesday. Chief Coordinator of PEM Manas Bakshi said WESCO’s decision to launch the disconnection drive has caused panic among power consumers.

The manch is not opposing collection of outstanding electricity bills from consumers. “Collection of electricity bills is essential to strengthen the economy of the State. But only consumers cannot be held responsible for the outstanding dues. Bills of several consumers are pending due to the