FICO Strongly Opposes PSPCL'S Night Power Restrictions on Industries
The Federation of Industrial & Commercial Organization (FICO) has strongly opposed the PSPCL's decision to impose power restrictions on industries by enforcing a power cut from 10:00 PM to 6:00 AM on all Category-II and Category-III feeders till further instructions.
City Air News
Jun 29, 2026 08:00
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Ludhiana, June 29, 2026: The Federation of Industrial & Commercial Organization (FICO) has strongly opposed the PSPCL's decision to impose power restrictions on industries by enforcing a power cut from 10:00 PM to 6:00 AM on all Category-II and Category-III feeders till further instructions.
Expressing serious concern, Rajiv Jain, Acting President, FICO, said that electricity is one of the most important raw materials for industry. Many manufacturing units operate during night shifts to meet production schedules and export commitments. Such sudden power restrictions will severely disrupt production, increase manufacturing costs, delay deliveries, and adversely affect the competitiveness of Punjab's industries.
Dinesh Bogal, Acting General Secretary, FICO, stated that the industry is already facing multiple challenges, including rising input costs and stiff competition from other states. Imposing night-time power cuts at this stage will further burden industrial units and negatively impact employment and economic activity.
FICO has urged the Punjab Government and the Power Department to immediately review and withdraw the night power restrictions for industries. The organization appealed that uninterrupted power supply is essential for sustaining industrial growth, boosting exports, and maintaining Punjab's industrial competitiveness.
Ashpreet Singh Sahni Organizing Secretary FICO urged power minister Tarunpreet Singh Sond to personally intervene and resolve the matter at the earliest, Otherwise the loses would be unrepairable as industry is unable to procured the diesel more than 200 liters due to restriction imposed by the Ministry of petroleum, Government of India.
