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Hindustan Times
7 hours ago
- Business
- Hindustan Times
Chandigarh: Power users get chance to declare actual load
In a move aimed at ensuring uninterrupted power supply and improving electricity distribution, the Chandigarh Power Distribution Limited (CPDL) has launched a Voluntary Declaration Scheme (VDS) for domestic and commercial electricity consumers. The initiative, effective from July 1 to July 31, 2025, provides consumers a one-time opportunity to declare their actual power load without facing penalties. According to CPDL officials, over the years, many households and businesses have significantly increased their electricity consumption. However, a large number of consumers have not applied to revise their sanctioned load accordingly. (HT File) According to CPDL officials, over the years, many households and businesses have significantly increased their electricity consumption. However, a large number of consumers have not applied to revise their sanctioned load accordingly. This discrepancy between the sanctioned and actual usage has made it difficult for the utility to plan and manage power distribution effectively. 'By declaring their actual power load, consumers can support us in optimising electricity distribution infrastructure, reducing disruptions and maintaining a steady supply to their premises,' said Arun Kumar Verma, director, CPDL. To make the process hassle-free, CPDL has introduced both online and offline submission options. 'Consumers can fill a form available on the official website — — and upon completing all necessary steps, they will receive an acknowledgment on their mobile phones. Alternatively, consumers can visit their respective sub-divisional officer (SDO) offices to submit the form in person,' said the CPDL director. Officials clarified that the scheme is being implemented under the Joint Electricity Regulatory Commission (JERC) regulations, 2018, and is designed to be both practical and consumer-centric. The CPDL has stated that no penalty will be imposed on consumers for declaring excess load currently in use. Moreover, there will be no requirement to submit a test report, and the newly declared load will be considered regularised from the date of application. Once the scheme concludes on July 31, CPDL plans to conduct a comprehensive survey of domestic and commercial premises across the city. The survey will aim to identify connections where the actual load exceeds the sanctioned limit. 'Appropriate action will be taken against owners found violating the norms based on the survey findings,' officials said, underscoring the importance of voluntary compliance during the scheme period.
Time of India
14 hours ago
- Business
- Time of India
UT residents can now get excess power regularised
Chandigarh: To ensure uninterrupted power supply, Chandigarh Power Distribution Limited (CPDL) has introduced the Voluntary Declaration Scheme (VDS) for both domestic and commercial connections. The power discom has asked consumers to declare their actual electricity load under the scheme. This is a one-time opportunity for the consumers to avail themselves of the benefits of the scheme, as per the Joint Electricity Regulatory Commission (JERC) regulations 2018. Over the years, the power load of many domestic and commercial connections has increased manifold. However, consumers did not put in an application to enhance their sanctioned load accordingly. CPDL officials said through a simple and easy process, consumers can now share details of their load or demand to get it enhanced, enabling the utility to plan, augment, and manage the power distribution system more efficiently. Arun Kumar Verma, director, CPDL, said, "By declaring their actual power load, consumers can support us in optimising electricity distribution infrastructure, reducing disruptions, and maintaining a steady supply to their premises." Officials said the process for declaring the actual power load has been made more consumer-friendly. All they need to do is fill out a form online at the CPDL website, Upon completing all the required steps, they will receive an acknowledgment on their mobile phones. The form can also be submitted offline by visiting the respective SDO office. The officials clarified that no penalty will be imposed on the consumer for the declaration of excess load, and the declared load will be deemed to be regularised from the date of application. Also, there will be no need to submit a test report. The validity of the scheme will be for a month from July 1 to July 31, 2025. The officials said after the closure of the VDS, CPDL will conduct a survey to identify domestic and commercial establishments where the actual power load exceeds the sanctioned limit. Appropriate action will be taken against the owners of establishments found to violate the prescribed norms based on the survey findings, they added. Once accurate information about the actual power load is available, power distribution arrangements will be optimised accordingly. This will help reduce breakdowns and faults, ultimately ensuring a more seamless and reliable power supply. BOX CONSUMERS TAKE NOTE All that consumers need to do is fill out a form online at the CPDL website, Upon completing all the required steps, they will receive an acknowledgment on their mobile phones The form can also be submitted offline by visiting the respective subdivisonal officer's office No penalty will be imposed on the consumer for the declaration of excess load being utilised by them, and the declared load will be deemed to be regularised from the date of application QUOTE By declaring their actual power load, consumers can support us in optimising electricity distribution infrastructure, reducing disruptions, and maintaining a steady supply to their premises Arun Kumar Verma, director, Chandigarh Power Distribution Limited
Hindustan Times
12-06-2025
- Climate
- Hindustan Times
At 31.7°C, Chandigarh sees warmest night of season, power demand sees all-time high of 452 MW
City residents tossed and turned as night temperatures shot up to 31.7°C on Wednesday, making it the warmest night of the season so far. Though there was a marginal dip in the day temperatures, from 43.9°C on Tuesday to 41.9°C on Wednesday, the power demand surged to 452 MW — the highest ever peak demand — amid an ongoing heatwave. The previous peak was 449 MW on June 13 last year, UT administration officials confirmed. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), Wednesday night was the season's first 'warm night'. A warm night is declared when the maximum temperature is above 40°C and the minimum goes over 4.5 degrees above normal. On Wednesday, the minimum had gone 5.4 degrees above normal. If the minimum goes over 6.5 degrees above normal, then a 'severe warm night' is declared. This was also the highest the minimum temperature has gone in the month of June since 2022 when it was at 31.9°C. Wait till weekend for some relief Met officials said the temperature is set to remain on the higher side till the weekend. IMD Chandigarh director Surender Paul said the temperature continues to be high due to the effect of Westerly winds along with bright sunny weather. However, a fresh Western Disturbance (WD) is likely to bring relief over the weekend. While the WD will start affecting the region from Saturday, residents can expect thunderstorms and light rain from Sunday, he added. Further, rain in Himachal Pradesh will also lead to cooler winds here and the monsoon system is also set to become active again by the weekend, the IMD director said. Over the next three days, the maximum temperature will remain between 42°C and 43°C while the minimum temperature will remain between 31°C and 32°C. How tricity stands power wise Meanwhile, the Chandigarh Power Distribution Limited (CPDL) said it successfully met the unprecedented load on Wednesday without any breakdowns. 'Our robust planning, network strengthening, and strategic power tie-ups helped us to manage the peak demand efficiently,' said Arun Kumar Verma, director, CPDL. Power demand is expected to climb further, possibly crossing 481 MW, he added. In Mohali, the power demand surged to approximately 1,500 megawatts on Wednesday. However, authorities said, the supply remained stable as the district has an installed power capacity of around 1,900 megawatts, which is sufficient to handle peak demand without disruption. 'There is no shortage of electricity in Mohali. We are comfortably meeting the power requirements of all sectors,' said an official from the Punjab State Power Corporation Limited (PSPCL). Mohali has about 25 grid substations that draw electricity from various sources, including the Rajpura and Ropar thermal power plants, as well as the Ganguwal hydroelectric project. Panchkula residents, however, are grappling with frequent power outages and voltage fluctuations. Unscheduled cuts, especially in trans-Ghaggar areas, have left residents hassled. Mohit Gupta, a resident of Sector-25, cited Wednesday's example and said, 'While a scheduled power cut was announced for parts of Sector-26 from 4.30 pm to 6 pm, electricity was only restored around 7 pm. When contacted, an official from the Uttar Haryana Bijli Vitran Nigam (UHBVN) said he was unable to provide day-to-day details regarding power consumption.
New Indian Express
30-05-2025
- Politics
- New Indian Express
NGT issues notice to Odisha chief secretary, three others in legacy waste case
CUTTACK: The National Green Tribunal (NGT) has issued show cause notice to the chief secretary, Odisha, secretary of the Housing and Urban Development department, Bargarh collector and executive officer of Bargarh municipality in connection with the alleged non-compliance of order regarding removal of legacy waste from Bargarh town for more than a decade. NGT's east zone bench comprising Sudhir Agarwal (Judicial Member) and Dr Arun Kumar Verma (Expert Member) observed, 'In the circumstances, we find sufficient justification in this particular matter where action should be taken for prosecution of the authorities who have not complied with the Tribunal's order by initiation of prosecution under Section 26 of NGT Act, 2010.' 'However, before proceeding further in the matter, we find it appropriate to give a last opportunity to the concerned authorities hence we give opportunity to respondents to show cause as to why appropriate directions be not issued for initiation of prosecution against them for committing offence by non-complying and disobeying the directions of the Tribunal and thereby, attracting the provisions of Section 26 of NGT Act, 2010,' the bench stated. Response by the said authorities shall be submitted within one month, the bench added, further posting the matter to July 28. As per section 26 of the National Green Tribunal Act, non-compliance of direction of Tribunal is an offence for which punishment as prescribed includes imprisonment for a term which may extend to three years, or with fine which may extend to Rs 10,000 crore. Ramakanta Rout and six other residents of Purushotam Nagar in ward no 15 under Bargarh Municipality area filed the petition seeking criminal proceedings against the authorities for non-compliance of orders the Tribunal had issued on March 23, 2023. Advocates Sankar Prasad Pani and Ashutosh Padhy represented the petitioners.
Time of India
30-05-2025
- Time of India
NGT pulls up authorities over non-removal of legacy waste in Bargarh
1 2 Cuttack: The National Green Tribunal (NGT) issued notices to the chief secretary, secretary, housing & urban development department, collector (Bargarh) and executive officer of Bargarh municipality to show cause within one month as to why they should not face trial for non-compliance of orders regarding removal of legacy waste dumped for the past 10 to 15 years in Bargarh town. NGT's east zone bench in Kolkata was hearing a petition seeking criminal proceedings against authorities for non-compliance of orders the tribunal issued on March 23, 2023. The legacy waste dump sites has resulted in huge damage to the environment and posed health hazards to the population in the vicinity of such dump sites. In the order uploaded on Wednesday (May 28), the bench comprising Sudhir Agarwal (judicial member) and Dr Arun Kumar Verma (expert member) said, "Under these circumstances, we find sufficient justification in this particular matter where action should be taken for prosecution of the authorities who have not complied with the tribunal's order by initiation of prosecution under Section 26 of NGT Act, 2010." "However, before proceeding further, we find it appropriate to give a last opportunity to the concerned authorities hence we give opportunity to respondents to show cause as to why appropriate directions be not issued for initiation of prosecution against them for committing offence by non-complying and disobeying the directions of tribunal and thereby, attracting the provisions of Section 26 of NGT Act, 2010," the bench added and scheduled the matter for July 28. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Ele criou a primeira plataforma de terceirização de mão de obra e já faturou milhões Russel Serviços Saiba Mais Undo Section 26 of National Green Tribunal Act, says that non-compliance of direction of tribunal is an offence for which punishment as prescribed includes imprisonment for a term which may extend to three years, or with fine which may extend to Rs 10 crore. Ramakanta Rout and six other residents of Purushotam Nagar in ward no. 15 under Bargarh municipality area filed the petition. Advocates Sankar Prasad Pani and Ashutosh Padhy represented the petitioners. On March 23, 2023, the tribunal disposed of the petition with a direction to Bargarh municipality to ensure complete treatment of legacy waste of over 51,000 metric tonnes through bio-mining/micro composting centres/material recovery facilities by Dec 31, 2023. The tribunal also directed the state govt to immediately deposit Rs 1.84 crore in an ESCROW account to be utilised for the remediation measures by Bargarh municipality. "More than two years have passed but the concerned authorities have not taken care to take directions seriously and take steps towards their compliance. But it appears that there is a lackadaisical approach adopted by the said authorities with regard to directions issued by tribunal," the bench remarked, adding, "The state of affairs as noticed is very unsatisfactory, particularly, when it relates to serious contamination and pollution of environment i.e. , contamination of land as well as river water." "We also do not find any effective explanation or reason in the affidavit of district collector (Bargarh) as to why for the last more than two years, it was not possible to comply with the tribunal's directions. On this aspect, the reply is virtually silent. The only reason, therefore, evident is, lack of sincerity and seriousness on the part of authorities concerned towards preservation of environment and compliance of directions of Tribunal," the bench observed.
