Protest staged against irregular power supply
Source: The Sangai Express
Noney, July 29 2022:
Infuriated by the frequent breakdown of power supply in Noney District HQ, a large number of youths took to the streets of Longmai (Noney) Bazar yesterday and shouted slogans.
Speaking to media persons, a protester informed that prepaid meters have been installed in Noney District HQ many years ago but due to irregular supply of power, consumers are paying compulsory rented charges unnecessarily.
"The Department concerned must take responsibility for wastage of public money", he added.
The protesters highlighted the suffering of the public particularly the students due to irregular supply of electricity and urged the Government to provide separate feeders for different locations in Noney District HQ.
They also mentioned that the equipment at Noney Substation is outdated and needs replacement.
The protesters further cautioned that they would be compelled to launch different forms of agitation if the Government and Department concerned failed to fulfil the demands of the people at the earliest.
The public shouted slogans including, "We condemn irregular power supply in Noney District HQ", "We condemn negligence of Electricity Department", etc at the protest.