- EEDC appoints new MD/CEO
- Chorghade Praveen to assume office as the new MD/CEO
- Promises to reduce ATC&C losses
Enugu Electricity Distribution Company (EEDC) has appointed a new Chief Executive Officer (CEO). In a statement issued by the Head of COmmunications, Emeka Ezeh, Chorghade Praveen has been appointed as the new Managing Director/CEO. Praveen, an Electrical Engineer with over 38 years of experience in the electricity value chain, retired from Tata Power as the Chief of Engineering in 2019.
”There is no doubt that with his wealth of knowledge and experience garnered over the years, his steering the affairs at EEDC will in a great way transform the company’s position.” the statement said.
According to the statement, Praveen promises to reduce the Aggregate Technical Commercial and Collection (ATC&C) losses in Enugu DisCo. ”It will also reduce its current Aggregate Technical, Commercial and Collection (ATC&C) losses level and ultimately enhance the service quality to its customers” the statement noted.
”He has contributed to the turnaround of Delhi distribution AT&C losses from 54% to 12% within six years while ensuring 24/7 electricity supply to customers in North and Northwest Delhi.” the statement read.