US EditionHESCO Ramps Up Anti-Theft Drive, Recovers Over PKR 287 Million in Six Months
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E-rickshaws are considered a clean and economical option in Delhi but there have been complaints of large-scale electricity theft in the name of charging. Drivers say that charging takes time and space is also not available. There is a demand from the government to bring a clear policy regarding charging so that the problems can be solved.
HESCO Ramps Up Anti-Theft Drive, Recovers Over PKR 287 Million in Six Months
HYDERABAD The Hyderabad Electric Supply Company (HESCO) has declared an all-out war on electricity theft and non-payment of dues, intensifying its operations across its vast jurisdiction. Under the direct command of HESCO Chief Executive Officer Faizullah Dahri and in compliance with directives from the Prime Minister and the Minister for Energy, the company’s administration, supported by its Disconnection and Surveillance Unit (DSU), is resolut…
Power Theft Fuels Delhi’s E-Rickshaw Boom, At a Cost of ₹120 Crore
Delhi’s e-rickshaw sector is grappling with widespread electricity theft, with reports indicating that 60% of e-rickshaws are charged using stolen electricity. This illegal practice is causing an estimated ₹120 crore in annual losses for power companies. Many e-rickshaw drivers rely on unauthorized charging points, often set up in shops, parking lots, or even residential buildings, leading to frequent fire hazards. The lack of dedicated charging…
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