K-Electric recently removed illegal kunda connections in Madina Town, Korangi in line with its commitment to eliminate power theft and reduce line losses.
The utility also offered on spot low-cost meters with Aerial Bundled Cable (ABC) infrastructure after necessary documentation to the residents. ABC infrastructure is kunda-resistant and therefore helps curb electricity theft while also enhancing the reliability of electricity supply. Installation of ABC coupled with new low-cost meters is part of its flagship community development project ‘Ujala’ which has been rolled out with an estimated investment of Rs 5 billion to empower one million lives in 200 communities by June 2017.
According to K-Electric spokesperson, “Madina Town was infested with illegal wiring and theft, also causing faults and tripping in adjoining areas. This drive will enable the provision of reliable power supply to the residents through legal electricity connections and also help enhance load management in surrounding areas.”
K-Electric focuses on continuous improvements and several projects are being explored to achieve greater efficiency and energy loss reduction such as installation of ABC, Smart Meter Initiative, mobile meter reading and other such projects.