Residents connected to the Masoomganj feeder experienced a full day-long power outage on Wednesday, leading to significant distress amid intense heat and humidity. The power supply was cut off from morning, leaving homes and businesses without fans and coolers. Children and the elderly were particularly affected by the scorching temperatures.

According to electricity department officials, the disruption was caused by a technical fault in the feeder. A team was deployed for repair work, but locating and fixing the fault took the entire day. Power had not been restored in many areas even by evening, leading to frustration among local residents. People complained that power cuts are common during summer, but such a prolonged outage is unbearable.

Local shopkeepers reported a negative impact on their businesses due to the lack of electricity. There was a fear of food spoilage as refrigerators and air conditioners were non-functional, and customer footfall also decreased. Water scarcity emerged as another major issue, as most households rely on motor pumps for water supply, which cannot operate without electricity. Residents have appealed to the electricity department to find permanent solutions to such problems and ensure uninterrupted power supply during the summer season.