With the paddy transplantation season approaching, the Punjab State Power Corporation Limited (PSPCL) has initiated a significant reshuffle of its field staff across the central zone, which includes Ludhiana and surrounding areas. This move aims to bolster operations and ensure a reliable power supply to agricultural consumers. The reshuffle involves the transfer of numerous employees, including additional assistant engineers, junior engineers, and clerical staff, to fill vacant positions in various divisions such as Khanna, Jagraon, and Fatehgarh Sahib. However, the ongoing shortage of junior engineers remains a critical issue, with many divisions functioning with insufficient technical staff. Employees report that some sub-divisions are left with only one junior engineer, who must manage multiple responsibilities, increasing operational strain. Chief engineer Jagdev Singh Hans stated that arrangements have been made to meet the operational demands of the paddy season, but staff and power sector employees emphasize that long-term recruitment is essential to address the manpower crisis and ensure efficient power distribution during peak demand periods.