Rising water level: Transformers at various places in Silchar shut down for safety reasons: APDCL

June 19: Due to rising water level, Transformers at various locations like National Highway, Das Colony, Sonai Road (opp. Rangirkhari Out Post), Link Road area etc. have been isolated for safety reasons. “We are constantly monitoring water level and all DTRs will be reconnected once water level falls below danger level,” stated Assam Power Distribution Company Limited  (APDCL) (CAR) in its official Facebook page of Silchar Electrical Sub-Division-II on Sunday morning.

APDCL further stated, “Also, due to landslide in Paloi-Sildubi road, electricity supply in Taranathpur, Gopinathpur, Sildubi, Paloi, Derby, Chottojalenga, Dharamkhal, Menipur etc. area is disrupted. Additional manpower has been engaged for early restoration. Inconvenience is sincerely regretted.”