Archive · 30 May 2025
Consumers Demand New Tangedco Building Near Katpadi
Imagine a place where people go to pay their electricity bills.
In a village, that building is old and falling apart.
People who use electricity want a new, safe building.
The current building is small, leaks when it rains, and doesn't have enough space.
The people who work there also want a new building to keep everyone safe and to make their job easier.
It's like needing a new classroom because the old one is too small and leaky!
Consumers are demanding a new, permanent Tangedco office building.
The current office is in a dilapidated, rented building.
The existing building lacks sufficient space and amenities.
Safety of consumers and staff is at risk due to the building's condition.
Tangedco officials have requested relocation to a new building.
- Who
- TNEB consumers, Tangedco officials, and residents of Dharapadavedu village.
- What
- Consumers are requesting a new, permanent building for the Tangedco substation office in Dharapadavedu village near Katpadi.
- When
- For over three decades the Tangedco office has operated in a rented building; officials have requested relocation for months.
- Where
- Dharapadavedu village near Katpadi in Vellore, Tamil Nadu.
- Why
- Consumers and Tangedco staff face safety and operational issues due to the dilapidated building.
Resident Perspective
Tangedco Officials
Building Condition and Safety
Resident Perspective
Consumers and residents are concerned about the unsafe condition of the current building.
Tangedco Officials
Tangedco officials have repeatedly requested relocation to a new permanent building, citing safety concerns for consumers and staff.
- Location
- Dharapadavedu village near Katpadi, Vellore
- Issue
- Dilapidated Tangedco Office Building
- Consumers
- More than 8,000
- Building Type
- Rented, temporary
- Building Features
- Lacks adequate space and amenities
