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Two TSECL Engineers Suspended in Tripura Over Billing Irregularities
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🗓 19 Aug 2026, 12:18 AM
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Tripura State Electricity Corporation Limited (TSECL) has suspended two senior engineers for alleged billing fraud and neglect of service duties, the utility announced on Monday.
The Tripura State Electricity Corporation Limited (TSECL) disclosed that two of its engineers have been placed on suspension pending a formal inquiry. The disciplinary action stems from alleged irregularities in electricity billing and reported lapses in maintaining service standards for consumers.
According to the utility’s internal notice, the engineers are accused of manipulating billing data, which could have resulted in incorrect charges to customers. In addition, the notice cites negligence in addressing service complaints, prompting the corporation to take swift corrective measures.
TSECL officials said the suspension is a precautionary step while a detailed investigation is conducted. The corporation emphasized its commitment to transparency and to safeguarding consumer interests, assuring that any proven misconduct will be dealt with according to the organization’s code of conduct.
The move comes amid broader efforts by state utilities to improve accountability and curb revenue losses caused by billing errors. No further details about the individuals or the extent of the irregularities were released at the time of the announcement.
According to the utility’s internal notice, the engineers are accused of manipulating billing data, which could have resulted in incorrect charges to customers. In addition, the notice cites negligence in addressing service complaints, prompting the corporation to take swift corrective measures.
TSECL officials said the suspension is a precautionary step while a detailed investigation is conducted. The corporation emphasized its commitment to transparency and to safeguarding consumer interests, assuring that any proven misconduct will be dealt with according to the organization’s code of conduct.
The move comes amid broader efforts by state utilities to improve accountability and curb revenue losses caused by billing errors. No further details about the individuals or the extent of the irregularities were released at the time of the announcement.