Disconnection drive-Better late than never

In what could be termed as a step in the right direction, the government has realized revenue of Rs 29.89 crore in just four days, which is an appreciable move, but at the same time gives an impression that the concerned Kashmir Power Distribution Corporation Limited (KPDCL) had let loose the offenders, thereby plunging the states exchequer to huge losses so far. As the incumbent administration started acting tough against the consumers, who have failed to pay their arrears for more than three months, the people have now started paying their energy dues, which shows that the consumers were taking the department for granted so far. One fails to understand why the decision of acting tough against the consumers was delayed so far for non-payment of energy dues. The early action against such consumers would have prevented the huge losses in the valley. Moreover, such action needs to be continued till all the consumers pay their energy dues on time. However, there could be the cases of the poor section too, thereby the government must give them some relaxation so that the sufferings to the particular section of the society is put to an end. At this juncture, the government should accelerate the drive further so that all the consumers, who have not paid their energy dues for a long time, are dealt with strictly. The disconnection drive—better late than never, would certainly help to bring the losses down further and also assist in the government’s mission of ensuring round-the-clock electricity.