Gurkirat Kirpal Singh appointed CMD of Punjab Power Utility, Basant Garg reassigned

In a recent leadership reshuffle announced by the Punjab government, Gurkirat Kirpal Singh has taken over as chief managing director of the Punjab State Power Corporation Limited (PSPCL).\n\nThe change comes as the utility, which has been grappling with frequent power cuts across the state, seeks fresh direction to improve supply reliability.\n\nBasant Garg, who served as CMD until now, has been moved to a different position within the organization, though the exact role has not been disclosed.\n\nIndustry observers expect Singh's appointment to bring a renewed focus on infrastructure upgrades and better coordination with the state electricity board, aiming to reduce outages for consumers.