Haryana Intensifies Crackdown on Power Theft with New Enforcement Drive
Haryana State Enforcement Bureau launches special drive against power theft
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The Haryana State Enforcement Bureau has launched a focused campaign against power theft, led by Additional Director General of Police Navdeep Singh Virk. The initiative aims to combat habitual offenders and has already resulted in ₹32.28 crore in revenue recovery and 90 arrests in the first quarter of 2026.
- 01The campaign targets repeat offenders of electricity theft.
- 02The initiative is based on Section 135 of the Electricity Act, 2003.
- 03Revenue recovery from power theft has reached ₹32.28 crore.
- 04A total of 90 arrests were made between January and March 2026.
- 05The enforcement bureau is actively identifying habitual offenders statewide.
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The Haryana State Enforcement Bureau has intensified its efforts to combat power theft, following directives from Additional Director General of Police Navdeep Singh Virk. The campaign aims to address repeat offenders, emphasizing that power theft is a criminal offense rather than just a financial loss. Under Section 135 of the Electricity Act, 2003, the bureau has registered multiple cases, leading to 90 arrests in the first quarter of 2026. These efforts have resulted in a significant revenue recovery of ₹32.28 crore. One notable case involved an individual in Rewari district who was arrested for multiple offenses after failing to comply with penalty notices. The bureau continues to identify and take action against habitual offenders across Haryana.
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This crackdown on power theft is expected to enhance revenue for the state and deter future offenses, benefiting the local power utility.
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