Contractors fined Rs 5l each for no diesel in LDA bldgs' generator
The penalty followed a major inconvenience faced by residents of the apartments on Kursi Road after diesel was not filled in the backup DG sets during a power outage on June 30.
The action was taken by Lucknow Development Authority vice chairman Prathamesh Kumar.
It was informed by the vice chairman that both apartment complexes were constructed by the LDA, and their maintenance was managed by the LDA through contractors.
On June 30, a fault at the power substation caused an interruption in electricity supply. During the outage, the operation of diesel generator sets was expected to be ensured by the contractor. However, due to diesel not being refilled, backup power could not be provided.
As a result, the residents were left without essential services such as lift operations and water supply, for which the executing agency was held fully responsible. In light of this gross negligence, a fine of Rs 5 lakh each was levied on the contractor for both apartment complexes. The chief engineer, Navneet Sharma, was directed to personally inspect the premises and ensure the resolution of all existing issues so that such problems are not faced by residents in the future.
"We are committed to giving the best of services for the allottees. Any negligence will not be tolerated. If any such incidents are reported in future, strict action will be taken," the LDA VC said.
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