KE has successfully identified and curbed electricity theft, revealing approximately 4 crore units stolen in the city. The electricity company’s spokesperson disclosed that in September alone, they identified 24,000 incidents of electricity theft, resulting in the collection of Rs. 4 crore 15 lakh from the offenders.
Since the beginning of 2023, KElectric has been actively combating electricity theft, removing over 14,000 illegal connections through an average of 60 operations daily across Karachi. This crackdown aims to address the issue of power theft, promote energy conservation, and enhance revenue collection for the electricity company.
As part of the anti-theft efforts, 759 FIRs (First Information Reports) have been registered in various police stations. The concerted actions against electricity theft demonstrate the utility’s commitment to ensuring fair usage, preventing revenue losses, and maintaining a reliable power supply for the citizens of Karachi.
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Electricity Theft Identified: Karachi Electric identified electricity theft amounting to approximately 4 crore units, signaling a significant crackdown on illegal connections and non-payment issues.
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September Figures: In the month of September alone, 24,000 incidents of electricity theft were detected, leading to the collection of Rs. 4 crore 15 lakh in fines and penalties from those involved in illegal practices.
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Operational Statistics: Since the beginning of 2023, KElectric has removed over 14,000 illegal connections, conducting an average of 60 operations daily across different areas of Karachi.
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Legal Actions: The crackdown against electricity theft has involved the registration of 759 FIRs, indicating a strong legal response to offenders engaged in power-related malpractices.
The proactive approach taken by Karachi Electric underscores its commitment to ensuring a fair and sustainable electricity distribution system, discouraging illegal practices, and maintaining the financial health of the utility. The efforts align with broader goals of energy conservation and reliable power supply to the citizens of Karachi.
