In an era when governments talk about Digital India, Smart Cities, and 24×7 uninterrupted power supply, the ground reality paints a different picture. Several areas in Bhatapara are facing severe disruptions, with electricity being cut 10 to 15 times a day. Ordinary citizens, farmers, students, and small business owners are all bearing the brunt of this negligence.
The Amaldih Sub-Station Problem
Villages connected to the Amaldih sub-station are continuously suffering from erratic power supply. Throughout the day, residents face frequent outages and severe fluctuations, making daily life chaotic and unpredictable.
Everyday Life in Distress
- Students’ online classes and exam preparations are constantly disrupted.
- Farmers’ irrigation systems come to a halt repeatedly.
- Small shopkeepers and local businesses incur heavy losses.
- Homemakers struggle to complete essential household chores.
Who Will Take Responsibility for Damages?
Topa resident Rupesh Nagvanshi raised questions about the accountability of the Electricity Department. He said, “Frequent outages and sudden fluctuations damaged my CPU completely. Who will take responsibility for this loss? Will the department compensate citizens for such damages, or will people be left to suffer?”
Negligence or Technical Failure?
This recurring crisis has sparked serious doubts: are the outages due to unavoidable technical glitches, or is it sheer negligence and inefficiency of the department?
Public Anger is Rising
People are expressing strong resentment. They argue that the department shows strictness when it comes to bill collection, but fails to show equal commitment when it comes to service quality. Citizens pay their bills on time — shouldn’t the department be equally responsible for ensuring uninterrupted supply?
Time for Accountability
The ongoing “power cut drama” linked to Amaldih sub-station has crossed all limits of tolerance. The government and electricity department must now ensure a reliable supply of power. If promises of 24×7 electricity are made, then they must also reflect in reality on the ground.
Reported by-Rupesh Nagvanshi
