The Katihar Municipal Corporation observed a 30-minute power cut in both its buildings on Monday as part of the 'Switch Off' campaign. This initiative aims to promote energy conservation and raise environmental awareness under the BRICS Sustainable Lifestyle Week, which India is hosting from November 1 to 7, 2026.

During the midday power cut, officials and employees continued their work without electricity. The Municipal Corporation administration stated that the campaign's primary goal is to reduce electricity consumption and educate the public about energy saving. The message conveyed was that small changes in daily habits, such as switching off electrical appliances when not needed, maximizing the use of natural light, and adopting a sustainable lifestyle, can significantly contribute to environmental protection.

Municipal officials highlighted that the campaign seeks to spread the message of electricity saving. They emphasized that if every individual saves electricity for just half an hour daily, megawatts of power could be conserved across the city. Officials appealed to Katihar residents to adopt energy-saving habits in their homes and establishments. The Municipal Corporation plans to conduct further awareness programs throughout the BRICS Sustainable Lifestyle Week.