Srinagar, Jan 23: Apni Party District President Srinagar and former MLA, Sheikh Noor Mohammad on Tuesday expressed deep concern over the frequent and prolonged power outages in the areas falling under Narbal Subdivision in Srinagar. He termed the frequent electricity outages “deeply troubling” and deemed them “unacceptable”.
In a statement issued here, Sheikh said, “The 18-hour power cuts are causing immense hardships for the residents. The unpredictable supply disrupts daily life and economic activities in the areas falling under Narbal Subdivision in Srinagar.”
He appealed to Kashmir Power Distribution Corporation Limited (KPDCL) and the divisional administration to promptly take the necessary measures to restore regular power supply in Narbal Subdivision.
Noor sought the intervention of the Lieutenant Governor of Jammu and Kashmir, Manoj Sinha, in the matter. He requested the LG to intervene in ensuring uninterrupted electricity for the people, emphasising that reliable access to power is crucial for public welfare, health, education, and employment in affected areas.
The former MLA stressed the need for authorities to investigate the technical reasons behind the frequent outages and upgrade infrastructure to prevent future occurrences.
Attributing the responsibility to the government and power utilities, Sheikh insisted that they provide a stable power supply. He demanded that the electricity department restore power immediately and communicate a clear timeline for full restoration to the affected areas. Sheikh underscored the untenability of prolonged power cuts and called upon the government to take decisive steps to resolve this pressing issue.
