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Punjab Outsources Technical Work of Power Corp Amid Staff Shortage

The New Indian Express Nagapattinam

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April 21, 2025

In a first, Punjab State Power Corporation Limited (PSPCL) has initiated a pilot project to outsource the complete technical work of two subdivisions in each of its five zones.

- HARPREET BAJWA @Chandigarh

The move is aimed at expediting the redressal of complaints and enhancing operational efficiency.

The decision comes shortly after the corporation issued advertisements for the recruitment of regular linemen and junior engineers, sparking concerns about its staffing policy and internal coordination.

As part of the project, running, maintenance, complaint handling, and shutdown management of 11 KV feeders supplying power to consumers will be outsourced.

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