HP Power Workers Fight Privatization Threat: Jobs, Tariffs in Peril
Himachal Pradesh witnessed a significant protest on July 9, 2025, as electricity board employees vehemently opposed the state government’s privatization plans. The demonstration highlighted deep-seated anxieties among workers.
The employees fear widespread job losses if the privatization goes ahead. They also anticipate a sharp increase in electricity tariffs for consumers, impacting households and businesses.
Adding to their concerns is an existing manpower shortage within the board. Financial instability further compounds their anxieties, leading to calls for immediate government intervention.
The protesting workers demanded an end to outsourcing practices, regularization of contractual positions, and the restoration of pension benefits. They strongly opposed any restructuring that could lead to pay cuts.
The protest underscores the significant challenges facing Himachal Pradesh’s power sector. The government’s response to these concerns will have far-reaching consequences for the state’s economy and its citizens.
