Archive · 2 Jul 2025
Adani Electricity Uncovers Power Theft Operation in Andheri
In Mumbai, some people were stealing electricity.
A company called Adani found out that about 60 homes were getting power without paying for it.
A man named Bhanu Mohammad Haq was taking electricity from the main lines and giving it to these homes, charging them money each month.
The company found the illegal wires and reported it to the police.
The police are now investigating and have filed a case against the man who was in charge of the theft.
They estimate that ₹2.75 lakh worth of electricity was stolen.
Adani Electricity uncovered a power theft operation in Andheri West.
Approximately 60-65 homes were found to be illegally connected to the power grid.
Bhanu Mohammad Haq, the primary accused, allegedly siphoned power and operated an unauthorized distribution network.
Illicit monthly payments of ₹1,000 to ₹2,000 were collected from each household.
An FIR has been registered under the Electricity Act, 2003; the estimated value of stolen electricity is ₹2.75 lakh.
- Who
- Adani Electricity, the vigilance department, Bhanu Mohammad Haq (main accused), and residents of approximately 60-65 homes.
- What
- Adani Electricity uncovered a power theft operation involving illegal connections to approximately 60-65 homes.
- When
- The incident was discovered after a tip was received via the company’s Twitter handle. The article does not mention the exact date of the event.
- Where
- Siddharth Nagar locality of Andheri West, Mumbai.
- Why
- The primary accused was allegedly siphoning power and operating an unauthorized electricity distribution network for financial gain, and the residents were receiving electricity illegally.
Accusation
No Opposition
Power Siphoning
Accusation
The accused, Bhanu Mohammad Haq, illegally diverted power from Adani's main lines.
No Opposition
The article doesn't mention any denial from the accused.
- Company
- Adani Electricity
- Location
- Andheri West, Mumbai
- Accused
- Bhanu Mohammad Haq
- Homes Affected
- Approximately 60-65
- Stolen Electricity Value
- ₹2.75 lakh
- Charges
- Sections 135, 138, and 150 of the Electricity Act, 2003