UPPCL to Overhaul 1912 Helpline Amid Rising Power Complaints
Under pressure, UPPCL plans reboot of 1912 helpline

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In response to increasing power complaints, the Uttar Pradesh Power Corporation Limited (UPPCL) plans to revamp its helpline '1912'. The initiative aims to enhance responsiveness and ensure resolution of consumer grievances, addressing public dissatisfaction with electricity supply.
- 01UPPCL's helpline '1912' is set to undergo a major overhaul to improve complaint resolution.
- 02The helpline currently handles around 70,000 complaints daily, nearly double the usual volume.
- 03Over 80% of complaints are related to power outages, indicating significant public frustration.
- 04Energy Minister AK Sharma emphasized the need for continuous monitoring and feedback mechanisms.
- 05Digital complaint registrations have surged, with 47.8% of complaints now submitted through automated systems.
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Facing criticism from the Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister over escalating power complaints, the Uttar Pradesh Power Corporation Limited (UPPCL) is planning a significant revamp of its helpline '1912'. The initiative aims to transform the helpline from merely a complaint registration service into a proactive complaint resolution system. Currently, the helpline receives about 70,000 complaints daily, almost double the normal average, with over 80% concerning power supply disruptions. Energy Minister AK Sharma highlighted the necessity for improved monitoring and communication with consumers, many of whom reported a lack of updates on their complaints. The rising number of complaints reflects growing public frustration with electricity supply conditions. To address this, UPPCL officials are focusing on enhancing accountability and consumer friendliness, with a significant increase in digital complaint registrations, now accounting for 47.8% of total complaints. The changes aim to ensure that consumers are kept informed throughout the resolution process and that any negligence in handling complaints will be met with strict action against responsible officials.
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The overhaul of the 1912 helpline aims to improve consumer satisfaction with electricity services in Uttar Pradesh.
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