TNPDCL hard disk theft: Data backup initiated, probe under way, says Minister Nirmalkumar
The Tamil Nadu Power Distribution Corporation Limited (TNPDCL) is conducting a data backup and investigation following the theft of hard disks from its headquarters. Officials suspect internal involvement and are linking the theft to an ongoing procurement scam investigation.
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Highlights potential corruption and security vulnerabilities within critical state-run infrastructure agencies.
Following the theft of several hard disks from the headquarters of the Tamil Nadu Power Distribution Corporation Limited (TNPDCL) on Anna Salai in Chennai, Minister for Energy Resources and Law R. Nirmalkumar on Thursday (June 4, 2026) said instructions had been issued to ensure the safe custody of all files and to take backup copies of data stored in computers.
Reports on official statements regarding a theft and investigation without editorializing.
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