Srinagar, Jan 31 (KNS): Kashmir Power Distribution Corporation Limited on Wednesday ordered ban on procuring, selling of nichrome coil-based heating gadgets.
The KPDCL, in a communication, has urgently drawn the attention of subordinate offices to reconsider an order banning the production, import, transportation, sale, purchase, or use of Nichrome Coil-based crude heaters, boilers, and steamers. The ban is imposed due to non-compliance with required specifications of BIS or the International Electro-Technical Commission.
“In consonance with the above orders, all Electric Divisions have done a remarkable job in seizing these crude heating appliances from a vast majority of the consumers. However, it has been observed that after seizure, the consumers buy fresh Nichrome coil- based crude gadgets from the market where these are easily available, and revert to abuse of electricity, thereby nullifying your tireless efforts put in,” it reads.
“In order to permanently remove the availability of Nichrome Coil based heaters, boilers and steamers from the markets, you are hereby directed to implement the aforesaid Government Order by circulating a copy of the same amongst the business outlets dealing in electrical equipment/ items. They shall be advised not to procure and sell any Nichrome Coil based heating gadgets, failing which the same shall be seized,” it added.
“You are also advised to approach the concerned District Administration for ensuring compliance of the orders passed by the Government,” it said.(KNS).