Electricity Department Takes Strict Action Against Defaulters: Connections to be Disconnected for Outstanding Dues:

Electricity Defaulters Action: Due to extreme heatwave conditions, District Magistrate Anjani Kumar Singh has changed the timings of all schools up to class 8. From Saturday onwards, schools will work from 7 am to 12 noon until any further notice.

Official Circular Issued

In yet another step to clear pending electricity dues, Dakshinchal Vidyut Vitran Nigam Limited (DVVNL) has taken strict action against defaulters with pending dues of more than Rs 20000. Local Level teams are being set up for these actions to ensure they are done correctly.

According to official records, more than one lakh consumers are with outstanding bills more than Rs 50000. Even after repeated reminders and appeals these consumers are not serious enough to clear the dues. The government, anticipating higher electricity consumption during summers, has put forth strict measures towards persistent defaulters.

Local Teams to Ensure Compliance

Superintending Engineer Ravi Pratap has noted that specialized disconnection squads will be created for each of the three distribution blocks regionally. These squads under the supervision of the Executive Engineer will give defaulters one final notice to pay their dues. If payments continue to be unpaid, connections will be disconnected and the meters will be removed.

Termination of Services for Electricity Negligence and Theft

Employees whose negligence leads to unauthorized electric billing will receive harsh penalties. If any unauthorized consumption or theft of electricity occurs post-disconnection, the account of contractual workers will be terminated immediately.

Defaulters Overview Summarized by District

Distribution Section I: 1,784 consumers whose dues are from Rs 10,000-50,000 mark.

Distribution Section II: 40,281 consumers who have large outstanding dues.

Distribution Section III: 39,139 consumers under similar charges.

This initiative highlights the determination of the government in enforcing discipline on electricity consumption and payments which aids tremendously in enhancing operational efficacy.

In compliance with the instruction of District Magistrate, BSA Deepika Gupta on Friday has circulated a directive to all the heads of schools revising the new working hours. Council school teachers are to remain on the post until 1:00 PM to carry out departmental work.

Protective Measures Adopted

In order to provide a balanced learning environment for students with the accusations of soaring temperatures, school are to institute the following rules:

All educational establishments must have digital monitors that record high temperature as well as heatwave data.

The provision of appropriate ORS (Oral Rehydration Solution) packets must be readily available to students with heat ailments.

There should be sufficient supply of cold drinking water, adequate shading area, and proper ventilation or cooling facilities.

To minimize the risk of sun exposure, students are not allowed to take part in any outdoor activities during school hours.

Ensuring the safety and health of students due to rising temperatures is the primary goal of such policies.