Ludhiana, Feb. 2 -- Just two months after the Punjab State Power Corporation Limited (PSPCL) did away with the requirement of a no objection certificate (NOC) for providing electricity connections in unauthorised colonies, the department has witnessed a staggering surge in applications. Reportedly, the department has received over 10,053 applications in Ludhiana and its adjoining areas with 7,176 reported solely from Ludhiana city till December.

According to official data, the district saw 6,677 applications in December alone, compared to 2,823 in October, marking one of the fastest jumps in recent months.

The West Circle which comprises posh localities recorded the highest number of applications at 3,689. Following closely, the East Ci...