Contractor accused of power pilferage

Toopran: Despite several warnings, some people are resorting to power pilferage. Surprisingly, even the contractors of government works are also stealing the power, causing losses to the electricity department.

Such incidents have been taking place in the municipal limits of Toopran. A contractor, who is constructing double bedroom houses, has allegedly been stealing the power publicly. It is learnt that he has connections at high level.

When The Hans India contacted AE of electricity department Venkateshwara Rao, he said that the contractor was already fined for the theft. "We informed vigilance department as the contractor is continuing the pilferage," the AE clarified.