Low voltage and power cuts leave Bardiya sweltering in summer heat

Summary

Residents of Bardiya are struggling with low voltage and frequent power cuts amid soaring temperatures, affecting household appliances and daily life. Despite complaints, Nepali Electricity Authority's Gulariya Distribution Centre cites budget constraints for delays in resolving the issue.

Key Points
  • Bardiya residents face persistent low voltage and frequent power cuts during the summer heat.
  • The unstable power supply risks damage to household electrical appliances like refrigerators and water pumps.
  • Residents complain to NEA's Gulariya Distribution Centre but see no resolution, citing inadequate response and procedural hurdles.
  • NEA acknowledges the issue and plans to install additional transformers, but work is stalled due to lack of budget.
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