The city of Mumbai experienced a sudden power outage last night, plunging thousands of residents into unexpected darkness. The blackout began around 10 PM and impacted widespread areas, including many popular residential and commercial districts.
Officials from the power utilities have identified the cause as a technical fault in one of the city’s main substations. Emergency services acted promptly, and technicians worked diligently through the night to restore electricity.
Power restoration varied across neighborhoods; while some areas regained supply within a few hours, others faced intermittent electricity until early morning hours.
Impact of the Outage
- Local hospitals switched to backup generators to maintain uninterrupted medical services.
- Traffic signals were severely affected, causing significant congestion at busy intersections.
- Residents took to social media to express their frustration and demand improved infrastructure.
Response and Future Measures
The electricity board has assured the public that a thorough investigation is underway to determine the failure’s root cause. They have pledged to implement preventative measures to avoid similar incidents in the future.
Meanwhile, businesses impacted by the blackout are currently evaluating their losses, particularly those dependent on electrical equipment.
Stay tuned to Questiqa India News for the latest updates on this developing situation.
