SWITCH OFF AC’s FOR NEXT THREE DAYS, SAYS PSPCL
Chandigarh, June 01, 2021: Due to prolonged dry spells (Delayed Monsoons), Paddy transplantation in the state and due to power shortage owing to
failure of one unit of the Talwandi Sabo Thermal power plant in Bathinda district, Government/Public Sector Offices in Punjab, appeal to use power judiciously and switch off ACs upto next three days i.e. till July 03, 2021.
PSPCL is facing problem in meeting the power demand of more than 14500 Plus MW. PSPCL is always committed to
provide reliable uninterrupted power supply to all categories of consumers in the State.
However, in view of above unprecedented situation, Er. DPS Grewal (Director Distribution) PSPCL patiala, asked that — “I appeal to all the officers & offcials working in various Government Departments, Boards and Corporations to make judicious use of electricity in their offices and business centres by switching off the lights, devices & appliances when not required and switching off high power consuming appliances like Air conditioners for the next three days.”
Further, “wherever possible, the employees are advised to avoid using
multiple AC units within offices for decreasing the power load on the system besides reducing their electricity bills. Thank you very much for your cooperation”, he added.
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