Islamabad: The Islamabad Electric Supply Company (IESCO) has intensified its ongoing nationwide campaign against electricity theft, taking strict action against offenders across its operational region.
According to Beyond Time News, IESCO has arrested 3,288 individuals involved in power theft since launching its anti-theft drive in 2019. The company has also imposed fines totaling Rs593.60 million during the same period.
Officials say the campaign reflects a broader effort to reduce losses in the power sector and improve electricity distribution efficiency.
Daily Operations Target Illegal Connections
IESCO spokespersons confirmed that enforcement teams are conducting daily inspections across multiple areas.
Moreover, these teams are identifying illegal connections, meter tampering cases, and unauthorized electricity usage. Once detected, offenders face immediate legal action under relevant laws.
The drive operates under directives issued by IESCO Chief Executive Officer Engineer Chaudhry Khalid Mahmood.
Heavy Financial Penalties Imposed
Since the start of the crackdown, authorities have billed 11.53 million electricity units to offenders.
In addition, fines worth Rs593.60 million have been imposed on individuals and groups involved in electricity theft.
Officials further confirmed that 94 percent of the total imposed amount has already been recovered. This high recovery rate, they say, reflects improved enforcement and compliance.
IESCO Reaffirms Zero-Tolerance Policy
IESCO leadership has reiterated its strict stance against electricity theft.
Engineer Chaudhry Khalid Mahmood stated that the company will continue indiscriminate action against all individuals and organizations involved in illegal power usage.
Furthermore, he emphasized that no violator will be exempt from legal consequences under the ongoing enforcement campaign.
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Public Urged to Report Power Theft
The company has also called on citizens to support the campaign by reporting electricity theft cases.
IESCO encourages the public to use its helpline 118 to report illegal connections or suspicious power usage activities.
Officials believe public participation can significantly strengthen enforcement efforts and reduce system losses.
Strengthening Pakistan’s Power Sector
Authorities view the anti-theft drive as part of a broader strategy to stabilize the power sector.
Electricity theft remains one of the major challenges affecting distribution companies in Pakistan. As a result, companies like IESCO are increasing monitoring, enforcement, and public awareness campaigns.
Moreover, officials argue that reducing theft will help improve service reliability and reduce financial pressure on the energy system.
Conclusion
IESCO’s intensified crackdown highlights continued efforts to address electricity theft through strict enforcement and public cooperation.
With thousands of arrests and substantial fines already recorded, the company says it will maintain its zero-tolerance approach to ensure transparency and efficiency in power distribution.
FAQs
How many people has IESCO arrested for power theft?
IESCO has arrested 3,288 individuals since 2019.
How much in fines has IESCO imposed?
The company has imposed fines totaling Rs593.60 million.
How much electricity was charged to offenders?
Authorities billed 11.53 million units of electricity to offenders.
How much of the fines have been recovered?
Officials report a 94 percent recovery rate.
How can the public report electricity theft?
Citizens can report cases through IESCO’s helpline 118.
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