Concerns over skyrocketing Electricity bills: Mohammad Altaf Dar Srinagar, Nov 02: Prominent Socio-Political Activist And Sr Trade Union Leader Mohammad Altaf Dar expresses deep concerns and draws attention to an alarming issue affecting the residents/business fraternity of our UT J&K,the exorbitant electricity bills from the Kashmir Power Development Corporation Limited (KPDCL).

Over the past few months, the people in our community/residents/business fraternity have witnessed a significant surge in their electricity bills, with many customers receiving bills that far exceed their typical consumption. The sudden and substantial in­crease in these bills has placed fi­nancial strain and distress on the affected households.

While I understand that elec­tricity rates can fluctuate due to various factors, the magnitude of these increases is perplexing and demands a thorough investigation.Many residents/business fraternity have expressed their dissatisfaction with the lack of transparency in billing, result­ing in a loss of trust in the Kashmir Power Development Corporation Limited (KPDCL) our sole electricity provider. It is crucial that the Kashmir Power Development Corporation Limited (KPDCL) provide de­tailed, itemised bills to customers, allowing them to verify the accura­cy of the charges.
Furthermore, the timing of these skyrocketing bills has been partic­ularly distressing, as many fami­lies are already grappling with the economic repercussions of the on­going pandemic.High electricity bills have only added to their fi­nancial burdens and raised con­cerns about the affordability of es­sential services.

Prominent Socio Political Activist And Sr Trade Union Leader Mohammad Altaf Dar (Rajbagh) request to take up this matter and in­vestigate the reasons behind these excessive bills.Shedding light on this issue will not only provide clarity to affected customers but also hold the Kashmir Power Development Corporation Limited (KPDCL) accountable for its billing practices. It is essential that the Kashmir Power Development Corporation Limited (KPDCL) addresses this issue promptly, ensures transparency in its billing process, and provides relief to customers who have been unfairly burdened with high bills.

Prominent Socio Political Activist And Sr Trade Union Leader Mohammad Altaf Dar urge to consider the im­pact of this issue on our commu­nity and to use your platform to advocate for the rights and in­terests of the affected residents/business fraternity.Together, we can work towards a fair and just resolution to this pressing concern. Mohammad Altaf Dar want to draw an attention and request our community and business fraternity to play a crucial role in bringing about positive change for our community. (CNI) Current News of India