Ukhrul, July 3: A major power outage has hit several parts of Tamenglong district after the lone 3.15 MVA, 33/11 kV transformer at the Rengpang control room suffered a critical failure on Sunday.
According to officials from the power department, the transformer tripped with a loud explosion at around 4:17 PM, causing extensive damage to the 11kV incomer panel. A follow-up attempt to recharge the system after panel installation work failed when the transformer blasted again around 12 PM the next day.
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Sources also said that the control panel was completely burnt in the incident and that a replacement transformer is being arranged from Imphal. However, it may take up to five days for the new equipment to arrive and be installed.
Areas affected by the outage include: 132/33 kV Substation, Rengpang; 33/11 kV Substation, Tamenglong; 33/11 kV Substation, Tousem; 33/11 kV Substation, Khoupum.
The technical team has already begun preparations for the installation of a new transformer, sources said. Official have appealed for public patience and understanding, assuring that every effort is being made to restore power at the earliest.
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“Inconvenience is deeply regretted. We request cooperation from the public during this critical period,” said a power department official familiar with the situation.