Waheed Parra visits PDD divisional workshop

Srinagar, Dec 18: PDP Youth President and MLA Pulwama, Waheed Ur Rehman Parra on Wednesday visited the divisional workshop and receiving station of the Power Development Department (PDD) in Pulwama, where a massive fire destroyed several transformers awaiting repair.

In a statement Parra said the incident has caused significant disruption to the electricity supply across multiple areas, leaving thousands of residents struggling in freezing winter conditions. He added that the massive fire at the Pulwama divisional workshop and receiving station had gutted several transformers awaiting repair. “With the harsh winter season in full swing, urgent action is required to restore electricity in the affected areas and prevent further hardship for residents,”he said.

The PDP lead inspected the site of the incident and assessed the damage caused by the fire, which gutted vital infrastructure and equipment at the workshop. Expressing deep concern, he said, “This is a crucial time for our people. The fire has caused immense damage, leaving several areas in darkness. The residents are already grappling with the challenges of harsh winters, and this incident has only worsened their struggles.”

He asserted that more than 30 villages are currently facing power cuts as a result of the fire, severely impacting their daily lives. Parra urged Chief Minister Omar Abdullah to immediately intervene and take steps to alleviate the suffering of the people, emphasizing the urgent need for swift and effective action to restore power to the affected areas. He requested the Chief Minister to expedite measures and ensure electricity restoration at the earliest.

He also urged government to prioritize investments in upgrading and maintaining critical facilities like the PDD workshop to avert similar crises in the future.