Excelsior Correspondent
RAJOURI, Dec 19: Residents of Rajouri, including those from Thannamandi, Behrote, Budhal, Koteranka, Manjakote, and Darhal, have raised their voices in unison against the persistent and unscheduled power cuts plaguing the region. Public has lodged strong protests against the Power Development Department (PDD/JPDCL), demanding immediate action to address the issue.
Over the past few weeks, the region has witnessed frequent and prolonged power outages, causing immense inconvenience to households, businesses, and students preparing for examinations. These unscheduled cuts have disrupted daily life and hindered economic activities, drawing widespread criticism from the public.
Speaking during the protest, locals highlighted the severe impact of these power cuts, particularly in winter when reliable electricity is essential for heating and other basic needs. “We are paying our bills on time, yet we are subjected to such unreliable electricity supply. The PDD must take immediate steps to resolve this issue,” said a resident from Behrote.
Protestors from Budhal and Koteranka pointed out that the outages are not only affecting daily life but also threatening the livelihoods of small-scale businesses that rely on electricity. In Darhal, residents expressed frustration over the lack of communication from the authorities and demanded transparency regarding the power supply schedule.
The people have urged the administration to take swift measures to put an end to these unscheduled power cuts. They have also called for the PDD to issue a clear and reliable power schedule to prevent further inconvenience.
If the situation persists, protestors have warned of intensifying their agitation, including peaceful demonstrations at the district headquarters. They have appealed to the Deputy Commissioner of Rajouri and higher authorities to intervene and ensure uninterrupted power supply, particularly during the ongoing winter season.
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