AT&C losses

Smart metering and ABC cables are the answers to the AT&C losses being inflicted on the power development department while they distribute power in Jammu and Kashmir.

Chief Secretary of Jammu and Kashmir recently in a review meeting, emphasized the reduction of AT&C losses to below 25% through the time-bound installation of smart meters and aerial bunched cables (ABC). He asked the Department to draw up a strategy for installation of 8 lakh meters in both capital cities and major towns and ensure 24X7 reliable electricity supply to the meter.

The Department was asked to make public grievance redressal prompt and efficient. He emphasized the need for providing quick and reliable information on curtailment schedules, power failures, and other important aspects through the 24X7 helplines of the department. The Department was also directed to explore the possibility of informing the public about the scheduled power cut through text messages in the future. It was also asked to further enhance the user-friendliness of the Bill Sahuliyat application.

The Power development Department during the review meeting was asked to undertake an extensive IEC campaign in both print and social media to promote adherence to power norms besides raising awareness on the feeder-wise authorized electricity drawal limit in collaboration with the Panchayats and Urban Local Bodies. He also directed the initiation of IEC campaign for raising awareness on adherence to agreemented power load and desisting from use of crude and unauthorized heating and cooking devices.