Nainital Blackout: Storm Halts Power, Water for Over 24 Hours, Residents Suffer

• Nainital experienced a 24-hour blackout and water supply disruption following a severe storm, hailstorm, and rain on Sunday night.
• The entire city lost power around 1 AM Sunday, plunging homes, roads, and markets into darkness, causing distress for residents and tourists.
• Water supply was severely impacted due to the power outage, affecting daily routines and leaving many homes without drinking and utility water.
• Rural areas like Dhari, Bhimtal, and Okhalkanda also faced prolonged power crises, with some villages without electricity for over 30-35 hours.
• Fallen trees blocked roads, damaged power lines, and caused structural damage to buildings, with repair efforts underway by electricity department teams.