Jammu Power Development Department Faces Backlash Over Error-Ridden Transfer List
2 dead employees named in list: Error-ridden transfer list leaves Jammu power devp dept red faced
Hindustan Times
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The Jammu Power Development Department (PDD) issued a transfer list that mistakenly included two deceased employees, prompting criticism. The list also transferred six in-charge assistant executive engineers (AEEs) to already filled positions, highlighting internal communication failures within the Jammu Power Distribution Corporation Limited (JPDCL).
- 01Two deceased employees were mistakenly included in a transfer list by the PDD.
- 02The transfer list also moved six AEEs to positions already occupied.
- 03The error was attributed to human oversight and communication gaps.
- 04PDD officials have acknowledged the mistakes and are planning corrections.
- 05The financial commissioner assured that the situation will be resolved amicably.
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The Jammu Power Development Department (PDD) has come under scrutiny after a transfer list issued on April 15 mistakenly included the names of two deceased assistant executive engineers (AEEs), Anita Karalia and Pawan Dev Singh. Karalia passed away on December 2, 2022, and Singh on March 26, 2023. The list, which contained 82 names, also transferred six in-charge AEEs to positions that were already filled due to prior internal adjustments made by the Jammu Power Distribution Corporation Limited (JPDCL). PDD financial commissioner Ashwani Kumar attributed the errors to human oversight and a lack of communication regarding internal staff changes. Kumar stated that while the list will not be rescinded, the department will correct the mistakes where necessary. He emphasized that the discom failed to inform the secretariat about its internal adjustments, which contributed to the confusion. The PDD is responsible for electricity infrastructure in Jammu and Kashmir, while JPDCL manages electricity distribution in the region.
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This incident raises concerns about the reliability of internal processes within the PDD and JPDCL, potentially affecting staff morale and operational efficiency.
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