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PDD cracks down on domestic consumers as govt dues cross Rs 3,747 cr

  • Aatif Qayoom By Aatif Qayoom
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  • 04 Apr 2026

Srinagar, Apr 03: The Power Development Department has launched a disconnection drive across Kashmir, cutting electricity supply to consumers over pending tariff bills, even as outstanding dues from government departments have crossed Rs 3,747 crore.

Reports from several districts said many households have faced power cuts in recent days due to unpaid bills, in some cases involving modest amounts.

Residents said field staff have been visiting localities and disconnecting supply of defaulters as part of a wider enforcement drive.

The move has triggered strong reactions from consumers, who allege a selective approach in the recovery process. They said while ordinary households are facing strict action for small dues, government departments with large pending liabilities continue to receive uninterrupted electricity.

Hilal Ahmad, a resident of Handwara, said his electricity was disconnected over dues of Rs 22,000. He questioned why similar action is not taken against departments that owe crores.

Consumers across the Valley echoed the concern, saying the burden of enforcement is falling largely on common people. They demanded that authorities ensure uniform implementation of rules and prioritise recovery from major defaulters.

Officials in the department said the drive is being carried out on directions from higher authorities to improve revenue realisation and reduce losses. They said action is focused on long-pending defaulters and is necessary to streamline the power sector.

However, the widening gap between action against domestic users and inaction on institutional dues has raised concerns.

Consumers said unless recovery is enforced across all sectors, such measures will continue to draw criticism and public resentment.

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