Over 23k power theft cases lodged between Apr and Dec: Jharkhand Bijli Vitran Nigam Limited

Jharkhand Bijli Vitran Nigam Limited reported over 23,000 power theft cases in FY 2025-26, recovering over Rs 26 crore in penalties. Recent statewide raids detected theft at 1,154 locations, with FIRs filed under the Indian Electricity Act. JBVNL urges consumers to report pilferage, promising confidentiality.