Ranchi Power Cut: 70% Homes Face Disconnection in 3 Months; Zero Balance Beware!

• Ranchi's electricity department will disconnect power for 70% of homes within three months, targeting those with low or zero balances.
• Previously, zero-balance accounts were not disconnected to avoid overloading substations, but the department is now prepared for this.
• Superintending Engineer D.N. Sahu confirmed that 70% of Ranchi consumers have balances under 200 rupees and will face disconnection.
• Approximately 25,000 to 30,000 consumers in Ranchi city have already had their electricity disconnected.
• Consumers with high outstanding amounts can get relief by applying for installment payments; smart meters will be installed in remaining homes.

Why It Matters: Ranchi's electricity department is enforcing disconnections for low and zero balance consumers, urging vigilance.