Electricity supply to two 200 kVA transformers disconnected over outstanding dues of Rs. 26.7 million
PESHAWAR: The Peshawar Electric Supply Company (PESCO) has intensified its crackdown on electricity defaulters and power theft in the city under the special directives of the Ministry of Energy (Power Division), PESCO Chief Executive Officer, and Superintending Engineer Peshawar Circle.
As part of its ongoing recovery campaign, PESCO City Rural Division disconnected electricity supply to two 200 kVA transformers at different locations in Peshawar over outstanding electricity dues totaling Rs. 26.7 million.
During an operation at Zubair Colony, on the 11 KV Pakha Ghulam Feeder, electricity supply to a 200 kVA transformer was disconnected due to unpaid bills amounting to Rs. 20 million. PESCO teams also detected illegal direct electricity connections (hooks) in the area.
Similarly, at Al-Hafeez Colony, Ring Road, on the 11 KV Sarband Pura Feeder, the HT jumpers of another 200 kVA transformer were disconnected over outstanding dues of Rs. 6.7 million. Illegal direct connections were also identified during the operation.
PESCO officials said the campaign aims to improve revenue recovery, curb electricity theft, and eliminate unauthorized connections. They emphasized that indiscriminate action against defaulters and those involved in electricity theft would continue in accordance with the law and applicable regulations.
PESCO has urged consumers to clear their outstanding electricity bills promptly and avoid illegal electricity connections to ensure a reliable power supply and prevent further legal action.
