Bhopal: Madhya Pradesh Energy Minister Pradyumn Singh Tomar has firmly stated that negligence in the implementation of the Solution Scheme will not be tolerated under any circumstances.
During a video conference review of departmental plans, Minister Tomar emphasized the need to ensure continuous and quality electricity supply to farmers, domestic consumers, and industries across the state. He stressed that the issue of frequent tripping must be minimised.
Engaging with chief engineers and superintending engineers, the minister sought detailed updates on electricity supply and the progress of the Solution Scheme. He urged the officials to guarantee adequate power supply to farmers during the Rabi season and to maintain strict discipline in maintenance activities.
Minister Tomar also requested comprehensive information regarding outstanding electricity bills within the Solution Scheme, specifying how much is recoverable and how much is not. He directed that immediate action be taken against major defaulters.
He underscored the importance of providing quality electricity to consumers while ensuring efficient bill recovery. Rectification of incorrect electricity bills should be treated as a priority, and notices must be issued wherever negligence is found in executing tasks.
It was reported that consumers have so far deposited Rs 745.92 crore under the Solution Scheme, with surcharges worth Rs 301.40 crore waived for these consumers.
Breakup of collections shows Rs 150.22 crore from the former East Zone Electricity Distribution Company, Rs 469.47 crore from the Central Zone, and Rs 126.23 crore from the Western Zone Electricity Distribution Company.
The meeting was attended by Energy Secretary Vishesh Gardhpale, Managing Directors of Western and Central Zone Electricity Distribution Companies Anoop Singh and Rishi Garg respectively, along with chief engineers and superintending engineers from all three distribution companies.
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