Traders demand 24-hour power supply for Katra town

A delegation from the Chamber of Tourism Trade and Industry Katra (CTTIK), led by its president Raj Kumar Padha and secretary Atul Sharma, met the Chief Engineer of the Jammu Power Distribution Corporation Limited (JPDCL), KK Thappa, in his office to discuss pressing electricity supply concerns affecting the hospitality industry in the region.

During the discussion, the delegation emphasised the vital role of electricity in the hospitality sector, comparing it to the lifeblood of the industry. Given the critical dependence of hotels and other establishments on uninterrupted power, the delegation strongly urged JPDCL to ensure a 24-hour power supply to maintain the seamless operation of businesses catering to millions of pilgrims visiting the holy town of Katra annually.

Recognising the importance of a robust power infrastructure in Katra, which welcomes approximately one crore pilgrims annually, the delegation also demanded urgent augmentation of the region’s electricity distribution infrastructure. Specifically, they requested the provision of LT cables, transformer cables, and the upgradation of overloaded transformers to ensure a stable and efficient power supply.

CTTIK expressed hope that the JPDCL would take immediate steps to address these pressing issues and provide timely resolutions.