Accountability is the buzzword in Madhya Pradesh’s energy department. Minister Pradyumna Singh Tomar, leading a video review of the Samadhan scheme, categorically stated that laxity in implementation is unacceptable. The mandate: flawless, continuous power to agricultural fields, homes, and businesses, with tripping woes addressed decisively.
Tomar held engineers accountable, extracting real-time data on distribution efficacy and recovery drives. Rabi season demands unwavering farmer support via robust supply and rigorous maintenance. Bill portfolios under scrutiny include dues categorization and targeted pursuits of high-value defaulters.
‘Excel in supply, excel in collections,’ he urged, pushing for rapid bill corrections and punitive measures against the negligent. The scheme’s success metrics impress: Rs 745.92 crore remitted by users, forgiving Rs 301.40 crore in penalties. Collections segmented as east Rs 150.22 crore, central Rs 469.47 crore, west Rs 126.23 crore.
The session included Secretary Vishesh Garhpale, MDs Anup Singh and Rishi Garg, and zone chiefs. This strategic huddle charts a course for sustainable power reforms, blending amnesty with enforcement for long-term stability.