TGSPDCL Launches Hyderabad Power Network Drive After Four Electrocution Deaths

On June 14, 2026, the Telangana State Southern Power Distribution Company Limited (TGSPDCL) launched a special drive in Hyderabad to strengthen its power distribution network and prepare for uninterrupted power supply during heavy rains and strong winds. The utility provider initiated these measures across all its operation centers after drawing flak over the electrocution deaths of four people in separate incidents.

Under the direction of TGSPDCL Chairman and Managing Director Jitesh V. Patil, field officials have intensified restoration works on damaged and dilapidated electrical poles. A special drive for the maintenance of electrical poles and power lines is currently being carried out across the entire TGSPDCL network to improve safety measures.

As part of the special drive, the utility is undertaking the installation of new electrical poles, the rectification of loose lines, and the repair and restoration of bent and damaged poles on a priority basis.

To enhance safety near power lines, a large-scale tree trimming programme is also being undertaken. This initiative aims to prevent accidents and power interruptions caused by tree branches falling on electrical lines during heavy rains and strong winds. Local electricity officials will inform residents in advance before undertaking tree trimming activities near power lines, and the department has requested public cooperation.

To ensure the effective implementation of these maintenance activities, TGSPDCL has procured and mobilized modern equipment. A total of 208 pole pruners are available for field operations, which includes 168 newly procured units and 40 existing units. In addition, the company has procured 59 new chain saws and made 530 pruning cutters available.

To ensure the quick restoration of power supply and address emergencies, 189 Emergency Response Team (ERT) vehicles have been kept ready. Furthermore, 213 Fuse-Off-Call (FOC) teams have been deployed in the Core Urban Region (CURE) to attend to power-related complaints promptly.

For consumer grievance redressal, the 1912 toll-free electricity helpline is available round the clock. The call center has the capacity to attend to up to 400 calls simultaneously. Consumers can also register complaints through the TGSPDCL Citizen App and the TGSPDCL WhatsApp number at 87124 41912.