Power cuts fray tempers, energy minister KV Singh Deo cites burnt transformers

Odisha grapples with severe power outages amid a scorching heatwave, leaving rural residents struggling with non-functional fans and water pumps. Protests erupted across multiple districts, including Mayurbhanj and Ganjam, as villagers demanded uninterrupted electricity. The Energy Minister acknowledged transformer overloads due to heat and assured swift restoration efforts.