CHENNAI: Tamil Nadu Generation and Distribution Corporation Limited (Tangedco) detected nine cases of energy theft at Tondiarpet in Chennai recently.
An extra levy amount of Rs 14.87 lakh was levied on consumers, towards the loss incurred to the board due to the stolen energy.
The consumers concerned admitted to the offence and chose to compound the case. They remitted an additional sum of Rs 1.3 lakh to avoid criminal proceedings. Hence, no police complaints were lodged, according to an official release on Wednesday.
Information regarding energy theft can be given to executive engineers / enforcement /Chennai. Phone No: 9445857591.