UPCL Lists ₹104.57 Crore in Pending Dues; Government Departments Among Major Defaulters

Dehradun (RNS). 03 MARCH 2026
While small domestic consumers often face immediate disconnection for minor unpaid electricity bills, government departments and some large entities in Uttarakhand have accumulated dues exceeding ₹100 crore. According to the latest updated figures as of March 2, total outstanding liabilities stand at ₹104.57 crore.
The state power distribution company, Uttarakhand Power Corporation Limited (UPCL), has published the list of major defaulters on its official website, triggering concern across various departments.
In Almora district, a single account of the Jal Sansthan reflects outstanding dues of ₹10.34 crore — one of the highest pending amounts in the state. Apart from this, the Peyjal Nigam (Drinking Water Corporation) and the Minor Irrigation Division are also listed with dues running into crores.
In Tehri district, the Peyjal Nigam owes more than ₹4.52 crore. The Ganga Pollution Control Project has over ₹1 crore pending. The medical education sector has also reported unpaid bills. Soban Singh Jeena Medical College has an outstanding electricity bill of ₹14.64 lakh.
Officials from UPCL state that prolonged non-payment has increased financial pressure on the corporation. Timely revenue collection is essential for transformer replacements, expansion of new power lines, maintenance work, and technical upgrades. Large-scale pending dues directly impact the efficiency and sustainability of the distribution network.
The Energy Department has issued a clear warning that strict measures may be taken if payments are not cleared on time. Officials have indicated that continued delays could even affect power supply in the coming months, as financial strain hampers operational and infrastructure activities.
A detailed review report on outstanding dues is expected in the first week of April 2026. Meanwhile, coordination efforts with the concerned departments are being intensified to ensure early recovery.
However, questions remain whether substantial recovery from government departments will actually materialize, especially when strict action against such entities often proves challenging.