Chandigarh, Feb. 4 -- The Punjab State Power Corporation Limited (PSPCL) is preparing to appoint a new chairman and managing director (CMD) as the current chief, Baldev Singh Sran, is set to retire on February 6, 2025, upon reaching the age of 65.

The Punjab government has already issued a call for applications, and the selection process is now underway to fill the post of CMD, who is responsible for the overall functioning of the power sector in the state.

Sran has served as the PSPCL CMD for several years and has been instrumental in the corporation's efforts to stabilise power distribution in Punjab, improve infrastructure, and streamline operations. Under his leadership, PSPCL made significant strides in tackling electricity shortag...