The Uttar Pradesh Power Corporation Ltd (UPCL) has been the leading power distributor in Uttar Pradesh for over two decades. It has been involved in the operation and maintenance of power distribution facilities that supply electricity to the people in the state. The corporation was established in 2001 and is currently the distribution utility of the government of Uttar Pradesh. The main purpose of the corporation is to provide reliable electricity to the people in the state. It is also responsible for the maintenance of power transmission lines and distribution facilities. It also has the responsibility to ensure that the electricity is distributed in an efficient and reliable manner.