Ludhiana, March 3 -- The Punjab State Power Corporation Limited's (PSPCL) Ludhiana Central zone recovered over Rs.80 crore in dues from defaulting government departments during a month-long drive in the city, officials aware of the matter said.

They said that even after the recoveries, nearly Rs.200 crore were still outstanding with various departments.

The officials said Rs.80.81 put of Rs.281.5 crore due with multiple departments were recovered during the drive started to meet revenue targets and reduce financial strain in view of the impending end of the current financial year.

According to data provided by PSPCL, the department of local government led the repayments and cleared Rs.58.56 crore of the Rs.152.2 crore due on its part. ...