Bad weather disrupts power supply to Rumtek, Pakyong and surroundings

GANGTOK, 20 April: Heavy rain, hailstones, high intensity wind and lightning have damaged power overhead lines and control equipment in Rumtek, Pakyong and the adjoining areas resulting in power failure in the area for the last 48 hours, the Energy and Power Department informs.
A press release issued by Executive Engineer, Power Department, Sonam Tshering Bhutia adds that the officers and staff of the department are on the field trying to restore the damaged lines. The Department regrets the inconvenience caused to the consumers, the release adds.