Frequent, unplanned power cuts are taking a toll on the micro, small, medium enterprises (MSMEs) in the district, affecting their production and leading to losses, according to the Mohali Industries Association.
Unannounced interruptions disrupt automated processes and damage machinery, raw materials and semi-finished products. When power cuts are poorly communicated, manpower remains idle, production schedules are affected and deadlines are missed. This increases the cost of production and makes it unviable for units to sell their products.”
Association president Ashok Gupta said manufacturing units depend on stable and uninterrupted power supply to maintain production cycles. “The problem is worse for industries operating night shifts as they are often informed of the cuts at the last minute,” he added. General secretary Rakesh Vig said, “Almost all MSMEs run on bank loans and pay hefty interest on their borrowings.
