Emomali Rahmon proposes criminal penalties for non-payers for electricity | Tajikistan News ASIA-Plus

Tajikistan proposes criminalizing non-payment and theft of electricityThe President of Tajikistan has proposed criminalizing non-payment and theft of electricity. He is concerned about large electricity losses in winter.

At a government meeting, Tajik President Emomali Rahmon proposed to criminalize non-payment and theft of electricity. Rahmon, according to the press service, “expressed concern” about the irrational use of electricity and its excessive losses in the autumn-winter season. He instructed “responsible persons” to eliminate deficiencies in the energy sector and prevent electricity theft. Every year, residents of Tajikistan complain about constant bla…