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BEST cracks down on power theft, yet 78% of penalties go uncollected
Summary by The Mumbai Editorial Desk Somit Sen , as published by Times of India — Mumbai
· September 2, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points Further information on the issue and the undertaking's efforts to address it is available from the source, including details on the need for improved recovery mechanisms and legal interventions. Fiscal crisis is a major concern due to uncollected fines.
Fiscal crisis is a major concern due to uncollected fines. A significant portion of penalties assessed for electricity theft remains unpaid. Offenders are finding ways to avoid payment by exploiting weaknesses in the system and defaulting on agreements.
The undertaking has taken action against thousands of cases of electricity theft, but recovery of fines has been poor. This has resulted in a substantial amount of unrecovered dues.
Further information on the issue and the undertaking's efforts to address it is available from the source, including details on the need for improved recovery mechanisms and legal interventions.
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Category: library Published: September 2, 2026 Source: Times of India — Mumbai Reading time: 1 min
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