05/07/2024
*🚨Response from J&K L.G Manoj Sinha's (JK-IGRAMS) Regarding High Electricity Charges in Uri*
*VOICE OF CHOOLAN URI*🎤🎤
*Uri, July 5, 2024*— Moin Tanveer, a social activist from Choolan Uri, recently raised a grievance concerning the sudden surge in electricity charges affecting residents across the Uri area. The grievance, addressed to Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, prompted a response from the Jammu and Kashmir Power Development Corporation Limited (KPDCL), shedding light on the reasons behind the increased charges and offering potential remedies for affected consumers.
#️⃣*Official Responses:*
1. *July 1, 2024 - Executive Engineer, KPDCL Baramulla*:
The initial response highlighted that the electricity load for all consumers in Uri had been enhanced to reflect actual consumption levels. The Ex. Engineer, referencing a report from the Assistant Executive Engineer (AEE), assured that special considerations are being made for widows and low-income consumers, with ongoing adjustments to their load. Moreover, the response noted that power supply to consumers with substantial outstanding arrears is being disconnected, despite the availability of an Amnesty scheme aimed at resolving such dues.
2. *July 5, 2024 - Further Clarification from AEE**:
A subsequent clarification emphasized that any consumer who believes their connected load is inaccurately high can approach the sub-division office. Upon reviewing a field report, necessary adjustments—either enhancements or reductions—will be made to accurately reflect the consumer's usage.
Moin Tanveer's grievance underscored widespread concerns among Uri residents over abrupt hikes in their electricity bills. The activist's outreach to LG Manoj Sinha was part of a broader effort to advocate for fair and transparent billing practices, especially for vulnerable segments of the population.
*The responses from KPDCL indicate an acknowledgment of the issue and a willingness to address consumer concerns through field verifications and load adjustments. Consumers are encouraged to approach the sub-division office if they believe their electricity load does not match their actual consumption. The assurance of special consideration for widows and low-income households is a positive step, aiming to alleviate the financial burden on these groups.*