Odisha

Keonjhar locals gherao sub-station over frequent power cuts

By
OdishaBytes News Service

Keonjhar: Irked over frequent power cuts, locals of Patna block in Keonjhar district ghearoed Turumunga sub-station here on Sunday.

“Unannounced and long power cuts have affected several areas under the block. People, especially students and the elderly, have to suffer all the day without electricity,” an agitator alleged.

The protestors urged the authorities to resolve the issue. They withdrew the agitation after the officials concerned assured them of prompt action to resolve the problem.

OdishaBytes News Service

Recent Posts

Odisha Police Station Scandal: BJD, Congress Stage Protests In Bhubaneswar, President’s Intervention Sought

Bhubaneswar: Opposition Biju Janata Dal (BJD) and Congress staged separate demonstrations protesting the alleged assault…

September 21, 2024

Another Low Pressure Likely Over Bay: Heavy Rain In Odisha Next Week; IMD Issues Yellow Warning

Bhubaneswar: Several parts of Odisha are likely to encounter heavy rain next week as another…

September 21, 2024

Odisha EOW Arrests Another Accused In Rs 16.71 Cr Bank Fraud Case

Bhubaneswar: The Economic Offences Wing (EOW) of Odisha police on Friday arrested another accused in…

September 21, 2024

Young Innovator From Odisha Shraavya Mishra Felicitated At INSPIRE MANAK National Exhibition

Bhubaneswar: Shraavya Mishra, a talented school student from Odisha, stood out at the 11th National…

September 21, 2024

Noted Odia Poet Subhendu Mohan Das Passes Away In Balasore At 89

Bhubaneswar: Veteran Odia poet Subhendu Mohan Das passed away following a brief illness in Balasore.…

September 21, 2024

How An Officer With ‘Questionable Record’ Was Awarded Charge Of A Model Police Station In Bhubaneswar?

Bhubaneswar: The ex-Inspector-in-charge (IIC) of Bhubaneswar's Bharatpur police station, currently in the eye of storm,…

September 21, 2024

Odisha CM Enjoys ‘Chai Pe Charcha’, Morning Walk In Keonjhar; Promises National-Level Stadium

Keonjhar: Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, who is on a three-day visit to his…

September 21, 2024

Odisha Vigilance Arrests Chief Engineer Of RW Circle For Amassing Assets More Than Income

Bhubaneswar: Odisha Vigilance on Saturday arrested Chief Construction Engineer, Rural Works Circle, Balasore, N V…

September 21, 2024