Nainital Blackout: Storm Halts Power, Water for Over 24 Hours, Residents Suffer
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News18•17-03-2026, 13:28
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.