Power Woes: KPDCL Ordered to Stick to Curtailment Schedule
The Principal Secretary has directed the Kashmir Power Distribution Corporation Limited (KPDCL) to strictly implement the pre-announced power curtailment schedule across Jammu and Kashmir. The move comes in response to mounting complaints about erratic and unplanned power cuts during the ongoing winter season.
During a high-level meeting, the Principal Secretary stressed the importance of transparent and predictable power management, particularly as residents face freezing temperatures. He highlighted that adherence to the curtailment schedule is not just a technical necessity but also a matter of public accountability.
Public opinion in the region suggests growing frustration over KPDCL's inconsistent power supply, with many alleging that the corporation frequently deviates from its announced schedules. “We understand power shortages, but what we cannot tolerate is the unpredictability,” said a resident from Srinagar.
The directive comes at a critical time, as electricity demand peaks during winters, with heaters and geysers running continuously. Experts believe that failing to follow the schedule could further erode public trust in KPDCL and fuel protests against the administration.
In a statement, the KPDCL management assured the public of improved coordination and promised transparency in executing the curtailment schedule. However, skepticism persists, as similar promises in the past have gone unfulfilled.
This development raises a pressing question: Is KPDCL equipped to bridge the gap between public expectations and operational challenges, or will this be another futile assurance? The clock is ticking as citizens brace for another harsh winter, hoping for a flicker of reliability in their power supply.
