UPCL, PITCUL told to strengthen finances, clear dues and prepare for uninterrupted winter power

Officials reviewing the financial position of Uttarakhand’s electricity corporations UPCL and PITCUL have been directed to prepare an effective action plan for strengthening both organisations and resolving their financial challenges.

The meeting focused on clearing outstanding liabilities within set timelines, speeding up payments and using available resources more effectively. Officials were also told to accelerate the payment of electricity bills pending against government departments.

Government payments and smart meters

The remaining amount of approximately ₹166 crore, against the funds approved in the supplementary budget, is to be released to UPCL. The instruction is intended to support the corporation’s financial requirements and address pending obligations.

Officials were also directed to prioritise the arrangements needed to convert smart meters installed in government offices and buildings to prepaid mode. This includes ensuring the required budget, training and other operational preparations.

The meeting also reviewed pending matters linked to the division of assets and liabilities between Uttarakhand and Uttar Pradesh. Officials were asked to settle these cases quickly so that related financial responsibilities can be resolved.

Development payments and winter supply

Instructions were issued to speed up payments for development works. Officials were also told to ensure the release of pending funds for disaster-related works under the Chief Minister Solar Self-Employment Scheme.

Maintaining uninterrupted electricity supply during the upcoming winter was another priority. The corporations were directed to use available resources effectively while working to improve their financial position.

The directions bring several pending financial and operational issues under a coordinated action plan. The next step is for the concerned officials to arrange the required funds, payments, training and settlements within the stated priorities.

Conclusion

The review meeting placed financial strengthening, timely dues clearance, smart-meter conversion, pending settlements and uninterrupted winter electricity supply at the centre of UPCL and PITCUL’s immediate work plan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Which electricity corporations were reviewed?

The review covered UPCL and PITCUL.

Q. What amount is to be released to UPCL?

Approximately ₹166 crore remaining against funds approved in the supplementary budget is to be released to UPCL.

Q. What action was proposed for government electricity bills?

Officials were directed to accelerate payment of electricity bills pending against government departments.

Q. What will happen to smart meters in government buildings?

Smart meters in government offices and buildings are to be converted to prepaid mode, with budget, training and other arrangements prioritised.

Q. Which inter-state matters require early settlement?

Pending cases involving the division of assets and liabilities between Uttarakhand and Uttar Pradesh are to be resolved quickly.

Q. What was directed for the upcoming winter?

Officials were instructed to maintain uninterrupted electricity supply during the upcoming winter and use available resources effectively.