SOUTH KASHMIR DIARY

Power cuts irk Awantipora residents Awantipora town of south Kashmir’s Pulwama district is witnessing prolonged power outages causing much inconveniences to the residents, traders and students in the area. According to the residents, the frequent unscheduled power cuts, which last for hours, have become a norm during this season. “The area has been experiencing recurring […]

POWER WOES | Despite 3 power projects, Ganderbal facing worst power scenario

People in Ganderbal district are up in arms against the Power Development Department (PDD) for failing to provide them uninterrupted power supply. Locals said that despite having three power projects, Ganderbal was seeing the worst power scenario. They said that the power woes had become a major cause of concern for them, especially with the […]

Lassipora industrial estate hit hard by ongoing power woes

In the heart of South Kashmir’s Pulwama district lies the Lassipora industrial area, a bustling hub of industrial activity. However, this thriving industrial zone has been plagued by frequent disruptions in the seamless supply of electricity. For the industrial unit holders here, these power outages have become a recurring nightmare, causing significant losses and posing […]

Kashmir grapples with load-shedding

Srinagar, Sep 29: Kashmir is currently grappling with a significant electricity crisis as it faces persistent load shedding, resulting from a substantial gap between the demand and supply of electricity, amounting to a staggering 300 Megawatts (MW). Officials of Kashmir Power Development Corporation Limited (KPDCL) have cited two primary factors exacerbating this situation: a drought-like […]

Bandipora village fumes over power outages, studies hit

Bandipora: The Nadihal village in north Kashmir’s Bandipora district is facing acute power outages that have disrupted the daily lives and education of students, furious villagers claimed. Students claimed they are not able to complete their assignments, attend online classes, or do their research due to the irregular electricity supply. “My father cannot afford alternative […]

KTA decries pesky power cuts in Kashmir

Srinagar: President Kashmir Traders Alliance, Aijaz Shahdhar issued a passionate appeal to the government, urging immediate action to tackle the persistent issue of power cuts that have plagued Kashmir for years. In a statement, Shahdhar said that as winter approaches, the Alliance emphasizes the critical need for an uninterrupted power supply to safeguard the well-being […]