Punjab State Power Corporation Limits Power Cuts Amid Public Outcry
Punjab: Facing public heat, PSPCL caps planned power cuts at 4 hours
Hindustan Times
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In response to public anger over extended power outages during a heatwave, the Punjab State Power Corporation Limited (PSPCL) has capped planned power cuts at four hours daily. This decision follows criticism for outages lasting up to ten hours across major cities like Patiala and Ludhiana, as the government faces backlash for alleged mismanagement.
- 01PSPCL limits planned power cuts to a maximum of four hours daily.
- 02Outages previously ranged from 8 to 10 hours, causing public outrage.
- 03Opposition parties criticize the AAP government for mismanagement.
- 04PSPCL introduces stricter oversight for maintenance work.
- 05The decision aims to improve electricity infrastructure ahead of peak demand.
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The Punjab State Power Corporation Limited (PSPCL) has revised its power cut protocol, limiting planned outages to a maximum of four hours per day due to public dissatisfaction amidst a severe heatwave. This change, announced on April 23, comes after widespread complaints about outages lasting up to ten hours in cities such as Patiala, Ludhiana, and Amritsar. The opposition, particularly from the Punjab Congress and BJP, has criticized the ruling Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government, accusing it of mismanagement and questioning the timing of maintenance work. In defense, AAP leaders claim the outages are necessary for strengthening electricity infrastructure ahead of the peak paddy season, when demand is expected to exceed 17,000 MW. To ensure compliance and improve efficiency, PSPCL has mandated stricter supervision of maintenance work and introduced tighter reporting norms. Senior officials will now oversee all shutdown-related activities, and completion reports must be submitted promptly to ensure accountability.
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The reduction in power cut duration will provide relief to residents and businesses affected by excessive outages during the heatwave, potentially lowering operational costs for industries.
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