Sopore Residents Face Blackout as Burglars Dismantle 250 KV Transformer

Sopore Residents Face Blackout as Burglars Dismantle 250 KV Transformer

Ashiq Butt | September 1, 2024 | 01:15 PM IST | Jammu Kashmir, Sopore | Follow on Google News

Sopore Residents Face Blackout as Burglars Dismantle 250 KV Transformer

Sopore Residents Face Blackout as Burglars Dismantle 250 KV Transformer

Key Highlights:

• Burglars steal a 250 KV transformer in Sopore, leaving 35 homes without power.
• The internal parts and wiring were stolen, leaving only the shell behind.
• Police are investigating the incident; efforts to restore power are ongoing.

In a brazen act of theft, nearly 35 households in Tarzoo Sopore, Baramulla district, were left without power after unknown burglars dismantled and stole the internal components of a 250 KV power transformer. The incident occurred last night, sending shockwaves through the local community.

Eyewitnesses reported to Kashmir Bulletin (KB) that the burglars made off with the internal structure, wiring, and fuel of the transformer, leaving only the outer shell behind at the scene. The stolen transformer was the primary electricity source for several families in the area, making this theft particularly devastating.

Tariq Ahmed, the lineman responsible for the area, expressed deep concern over the situation, highlighting the significant inconvenience caused to the residents. “This transformer was crucial for supplying electricity to the homes in this neighborhood. The loss has put many families in a difficult position,” he told KB.

The residents of Tarzoo Sopore now face prolonged power outages as efforts are made to replace the stolen transformer and restore electricity to the affected homes. The theft has not only disrupted daily life but also raised concerns about the security of public infrastructure in the area.

Local police have launched an investigation into the incident, aiming to track down the culprits and recover the stolen parts. Authorities are also working to expedite the process of restoring power to minimize the impact on the affected residents.

As the investigation continues, the community is left grappling with the aftermath of this unusual and troubling theft.

Ashiq Butt

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