A total of nine cases of energy theft were detected in and around Tirunindravur area of Chenglepattu Electricity Distribution Circle during a raid conducted by the enforcement squad of Tangedco on Wednesday.
According to a press release, the Chennai Enforcement Division of the enforcement squads conducted the raid. An extra levy amount of around ₹17. 79 lakh has been levied on consumers, towards the loss incurred to the board due to the stolen energy.
The consumers concerned admitted to the offence and remitted the additional sum of over ₹ 1 lakh to avoid criminal proceedings. Hence, no police complaints were lodged.
Information regarding energy theft may be given to Executive Engineer/Enforcement/Chennai at 9445857591.