Representatives of the Kalimpong unit of the Gorkha Janmukti Yuva Morcha under the stewardship of communication secretary Bal Krishna Thapa today submitted a five-point deputation to the electricity department. The GJYM’s deputation to regional manager Somnath Roy seeks addressing the problems being faced by consumers given excessive bills.
The GJVM also demanded replacement of the existing 66 KV power station by a 132 KV station. “Usage of electronic gadgets has increased rapidly within a short span of time. This contributes to an increase electricity usage. Looking at the future need for electricity, the existing power station will not be enough. The government should install a 132 KV power station to meet the increase in demand,” asserted the GJVM communication secretary.
The GJVM also wants the electricity department to install 33 KV power stations at the Lava-Lolegaon, Gorubathan, Jaldhaka and Pedong-Algara regions to meet increased demand. Further, they want bill collecting offices set up in all the three blocks for the ease of consumers who otherwise need to travel long distances to make payments. The department should also make amendments to the existing meter reading and bill circulation processes, asserted Thapa.
Meanwhile, Roy said the department has already discussed with higher authorities the need tp establish several 132 KV power stations in the region. He said the department will soon make the move once land is identified. Roy also said the department has already taken initiatives to enhance the meter reading and bill circulation processes in town and will soon look into rural areas.
Source:EOI
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The GJVM also wants the electricity department to install 33 KV power stations at the Lava-Lolegaon, Gorubathan, Jaldhaka and Pedong-Algara regions to meet increased demand. Further, they want bill collecting offices set up in all the three blocks for the ease of consumers who otherwise need to travel long distances to make payments. The department should also make amendments to the existing meter reading and bill circulation processes, asserted Thapa.
Meanwhile, Roy said the department has already discussed with higher authorities the need tp establish several 132 KV power stations in the region. He said the department will soon make the move once land is identified. Roy also said the department has already taken initiatives to enhance the meter reading and bill circulation processes in town and will soon look into rural areas.
Source:EOI
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