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Punjab Government Ousts Powercom CMD Amid Widespread Power Cut Protests
✍️ Amar Ujala · Ludhiana
🗓 14 Sep 2026, 07:31 PM
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Following protests across Punjab against electricity outages, the state government removed the chief managing director of Powercom.
Protests erupted in several towns and cities of Punjab as residents demanded an end to frequent electricity outages. Demonstrators gathered near power substations and blocked traffic, voicing frustration over recurring blackouts that disrupted daily life.
In response, the Punjab government announced the removal of the chief managing director of Powercom, the state-owned power distribution company. The decision was presented as a step to address administrative lapses that were blamed for the supply disruptions.
A senior government official later stated that the power crisis has been brought under control and assured that no sector will face scheduled load shedding moving forward. The official emphasized that the leadership change aims to restore reliable electricity service across the state.
Authorities have indicated that a review of Powercom's operational procedures will follow, with an aim to prevent future outages and rebuild public confidence.
In response, the Punjab government announced the removal of the chief managing director of Powercom, the state-owned power distribution company. The decision was presented as a step to address administrative lapses that were blamed for the supply disruptions.
A senior government official later stated that the power crisis has been brought under control and assured that no sector will face scheduled load shedding moving forward. The official emphasized that the leadership change aims to restore reliable electricity service across the state.
Authorities have indicated that a review of Powercom's operational procedures will follow, with an aim to prevent future outages and rebuild public confidence.