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Time of India
07-07-2025
- Time of India
On-duty electrician electrocuted in Ranchi
Ranchi: An electrician was electrocuted while repairing an 11,000-volt overhead power line at Anandi village in Ormanjhi on the outskirts of Ranchi on Monday. Umesh Kumar Mahato (35), a resident of Shankar Chowk in Ormanjhi, reportedly shut down power supply before beginning what was a routine repair work. However, an unexpected restoration of electric flow through the line led to his instant death. Locals gheraoed the local office of Jharkhand Bijli Vitran Nigam Limited (JBVNL), accusing its officials of negligence, and demanded Rs 50 lakh compensation and a govt job for the family of the deceased. "This is not an accident but result of gross departmental negligence. Umesh would be alive if the electricity line had been properly checked and grounded. Those responsible must be held accountable," said a local. JBVNL officials said they were awaiting an official report on the incident. Manmohan Kumar, the general manager of JBVNL's Ranchi Supply Area Board, said, "Though the high-tension line was believed to be disconnected at the source, reverse power flow or back-feed from a generator on a connected low-tension line could have re-energized the line unexpectedly." by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like An engineer reveals: One simple trick to get internet without a subscription Techno Mag Learn More Undo Kumar said electricians often ignore the safety protocols which include discharging ground lines at both ends. "There is no major technology involved, just basic safety protocol which includes discharge, ground the working pole, and test. But due to haste or overconfidence, even trained workers sometimes skip steps, which can lead to disasters," he added. Moti an electrician, said, "We have not been provided with any safety gear such as boots, raincoats, or gloves. Whenever we have to carry out work in waterlogged areas, we coordinate among feeder to ensure that the power supply remains switched off during the task."
Time of India
05-07-2025
- General
- Time of India
JBVNL steps up for safe power supply
1 2 Ranchi: The Jharkhand Bijli Vitran Nigam Limited (JBVNL) has started wrapping 3,000 electric poles, located along the designated Muharram procession routes falling in densely populated and high-traffic zones, with protective plastic coverings to minimise the risk of power-related accidents. Electrical superintending engineer with the JBVNL (Ranchi Zone), D N Sahu, said, "The step is being taken to avoid any accidental contact between participants and electric poles." The JBVNL appealed to public and Muharram committees to follow safety protocols like limits on the height of 'tazias' and sound systems mounted on vehicles. Further, people should neither sit atop buses or tall vehicles, nor add heights by placing structures on vehicles that could violate the permissible height and risk contact with overhead power lines. All organising committees are expected to deploy an adequate number of volunteers to prevent accidents resulting from negligence or unauthorised activity during processions. The public has also been urged not to touch or make any form of contact with electric poles, wires, or equipment. along the route, either directly or with the help of sticks or other objects. The use of oversised or tall vehicles in the procession is also discouraged to maintain safety along the paths lined with overhead electrical infrastructure. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Show Off Your Talent: Enter the Ultimate Creator Contest! Tocsin Media & Marketing LLC Undo In case of any electricity-related issue during the Muharram procession, public is advised to contact the JBVNL officials at the following numbers: Electrical Control Room, Kusai Colony – 9431135682; Electrical Superintending Engineer, Ranchi Zone – 9431135662; Electrical Executive Engineer, Ranchi (Central) – 9431135613; Doranda – 9431135608; New Capital – 9431135620; Ranchi (East) – 9431135614; Ranchi (West) – 9431135664; Kokar – 9431135615; and Khunti – 9431135616.
Time of India
01-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Thadpakhna, Chadri among areas hit by power outages
1 2 3 Ranchi: Several localities in the state capital witnessed temporary power disruptions on Tuesday due to scheduled underground cable-related maintenance work carried out by the electricity department. Jharkhand Bijli Vitran Nigam Limited (JBVNL) said the cable work was undertaken on the 11 KV Chadri feeder coming from the sadar power substation between 2:00 pm and 4:00 pm. Due to this, areas such as Thadpakhna, HB Road, Chadri, BSNL and adjoining localities experienced a power outage during the scheduled time. Similarly, from 10:30 am to 12:30 pm, maintenance was conducted on the 11 KV Main Road feeder originating from the polytechnic substation. This led to power supply disruptions in Anjuman Colony, Konka Road, Konka Shriram Toli, Central Street, Imli Tola, Church Complex, Sainik Market and nearby areas. Out of the total 1,658 km required for the 11 KV underground cable, 138 km has been installed. Talking to TOI, electric superintendent engineer of Ranchi Circle, D N Sahu, said, "Maintenance work is carried out from time to time to prevent issues during the monsoon season and rainfall. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like American Investor Warren Buffett Recommends: 5 Books For Turning Your Life Around Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo Rain often causes damage and timely maintenance is essential." Meanwhile, frequent and unscheduled power outages across the region are severely affecting both industries and domestic consumers. Industrial units, particularly in manufacturing and small sectors, are facking financial losses, reduced production hours, and rising operational costs due to erratic power supply. Small and medium enterprises have been hit the hardest, with many lacking backup power. Niraj Kumar Sinha of Hetu, said, "Power cuts have become a daily hurdle. We are unable to meet order deadlines, and our labour is sitting idle during outages. This is directly affecting our income and production remained halted on Monday." Similarly, Sanjeet Kumar of a manufacturing unit in Pandra, said, "The erratic power supply has doubled our costs. Despite paying high tariffs, consumers are demanding a stable and reliable power supply to avoid continued disruptions and losses. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Doctor's Day 2025 , messages and quotes!
Indian Express
28-06-2025
- Politics
- Indian Express
60 days without electricity, Jharkhand man's fight to restore connection finds success in High Court
The Jharkhand High Court has directed the Jharkhand Bijli Vitran Nigam Limited (JBVNL) to restore electricity to a Ranchi resident who had been without power for over 60 days despite having paid all dues and reconnection charges. In its ruling, the high court said that essential services such as electricity cannot be withheld arbitrarily once a citizen has fulfilled their legal obligations, and that state authorities must act decisively to protect individual rights. The petitioner, Santosh Sharma, a resident of Ranchi, moved the high court after repeated attempts to seek redressal through JBVNL, local police, and administrative officials. His power supply was disconnected in March 2025. Over the next two months, Sharma said that he paid around Rs 68,000 in multiple instalments to clear all dues but his electricity was not restored. In court, JBVNL admitted that there were no pending dues, but claimed its workers were unable to reconnect the line due to 'obstruction by outsiders' over a land dispute involving neighbours. The single bench of Justice Gautam Kumar Choudhary observed that 'a third party cannot interfere in the restoration of connection', and directed the district administration to assist the electricity board in ensuring reconnection within two days. Speaking to The Indian Express, Sharma said that despite paying over Rs 68,000 in dues, our electricity was cut off from March-end to June. 'We tried every route, from police to RTI to the Chief Minister's office, but it was only after the High Court's intervention that hope returned. Even now, people are obstructing the reconnection. Isn't it a fundamental right to have electricity in your home?' he said. 'My children couldn't study, we spent all these nights in the sweltering heat, and even basic rights like storing food or fetching water became a daily struggle. It felt like we were being punished despite doing nothing wrong,' he said. Sharma's counsel, advocate Mihir Kunal Ekka, who argued the case, said the delay and harassment amounted to a direct violation of constitutional protections. 'I obtained the court order on the very first hearing. The petitioner had cleared all dues, yet JBVNL's workers were being blocked by locals citing an unrelated land dispute. The Court rightly ordered that such third-party interference cannot be used to deny electricity, which is an essential service and directed that reconnection must be ensured with the help of the district administration,' Ekka said. Even after the court's directive, residents reportedly attempted to block reconnection on Tuesday evening, forcing JBVNL officials to return despite police presence. Shubham Tigga hails from Chhattisgarh and studied journalism at the Asian College of Journalism. He previously reported in Chhattisgarh on Indigenous issues and is deeply interested in covering socio-political, human rights, and environmental issues in mainland and NE India. Presently based in Pune, he reports on civil aviation, other transport sectors, urban mobility, the gig economy, commercial matters, and workers' unions. You can reach out to him on LinkedIn ... Read More
Time of India
25-06-2025
- General
- Time of India
JBVNL issues sops for festive processions
Ranchi: The Jharkhand Bijli Vitran Nigam Limited (JBVNL) has issued a public advisory, calling upon all festival organisers, committees, devotees, and citizens across the state to strictly adhere to the Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) prescribed for festivals and religious processions. The advisory was released in light of the directive issued by the Jharkhand high court on June 10, 2025, it said. The primary objective of the SOP is to ensure uninterrupted and safe power supply during various cultural and religious events while preventing electrical hazards and accidents. JBVNL clarified that power supply will normally remain uninterrupted during festivals and processions. However, to mitigate risks associated with overhead power lines and infrastructure, strict regulations have been outlined regarding the permissible height of flags, sound systems, DJs, and decorative floats on vehicles. The height of such items from the ground must not exceed 4 metres . Additionally, individuals are strictly prohibited from sitting on rooftops of buses or other tall vehicles during processions, and no high structures or flags must be erected that violate the height restrictions.
