LUCKNOW, June 11 -- Uttar Pradesh Power Corporation Ltd (UPPCL) chairman and additional chief secretary (energy) Ashish Kumar Goel on Wednesday directed power distribution companies to strictly follow maintenance and safety standards to prevent electrical accidents and ensure uninterrupted power supply during the peak summer season.

Reviewing the functioning of distribution utilities through a video conference, Goel warned that officials found negligent in restoring power supply or carrying out maintenance work in areas affected by storms and adverse weather would face action. He said adequate electrical material was available across the state and executive engineers had been empowered with funds and authority to procure additional mater...