Gescom Chairman directs officials to improve power infrastructure in Jevargi
Gescom Chairman Praveen Patil Harwal has directed officials to accelerate power infrastructure projects and improve service quality in Jevargi taluk. He emphasized the need for better revenue collection, strict maintenance of the distribution network, and the replacement of hazardous electrical infrastructure to ensure public safety.
Why it matters
The directive highlights critical efforts to stabilize regional power grids and improve utility management, which directly impacts the daily lives and agricultural productivity of residents in the Jevargi region.
Praveen Patil Harwal, Chairman of the Gulbarga Electricity Supply Company (Gescom), on Thursday directed officials to expedite ongoing power infrastructure works in Jevargi taluk, ensure uninterrupted quality power supply and strengthen preventive maintenance to minimise disruptions.
He was speaking at a review meeting held here on Thursday. He reviewed the progress of ongoing works and instructed the officials to complete all projects within the stipulated timeframe.
Mr. Harwal directed the officials to undertake door-to-door verification of beneficiaries under the Gruha Jyothi scheme in accordance with the State government’s instructions and ensure uninterrupted, quality power supply to consumers.
The Chairman also instructed the officials to intensify the collection of pending electricity dues, disconnect power supply to consumers with unpaid bills in accordance with the rules, and take preventive measures to curb unauthorised electricity connections and reduce transformer failures.
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