Sparking outrage, Sambhal's SP, Zia Ur Rahman Barq, is firmly in the spotlight for alleged electricity theft. His home power has been disconnected, accompanied by a stiff fine of 19.1 million rupees, with further legal action due to threats from his father. Let's delve into the sequence of events actioned against the Sambhal MP.
Following the violence in Sambhal on November 24, the electricity department intensified its crackdown on power thefts.
While addressing the discrepancies observed on December 13, SP Krishna Kumar Bishnoi lashed out over the rampant electricity thefts.
SP declared intentions to target miscreants in the electrical department and impose penalties and stringent measures on those involved in theft.
A thorough search operation culminated on December 17 with the installation of a smart meter at Barq’s residence, under heavy police protection.
The electricity team confiscated the old meter for inspection to determine possible tampering.
On December 19, the electricity department, backed by a police force, revisited Barq’s residence for further examination.
The raid aimed to gauge the actual power consumption at Barq's home and to reconcile it with the meter readings.
Post-raid, the electricity team released a list detailing the use of 16,500 watts worth of devices at Barq’s residence.
The inventory noted the operation of 83 bulbs, 19 fans, and 3 air conditioners across Barq's two-story house, along with other appliances such as geysers and microwaves.
Electricity department findings revealed zero readings over the past year on both meters at Barq's home.
During the operations, Barq's father allegedly threatened the team, stating repercussions once the government changes.
Subsequently, a complaint was filed against Barq's father for issuing threats.
An enormous fine of 19.1 million rupees was imposed on SP MP Barq for the electricity theft case.
On December 20, the district administration intervened at Barq's residence, ordering the demolition of stairs built over a drain.
