Kashmir Faces Threat of Major Power Outage Due to Damaged Transmission System

The power transmission system in Indian illegally occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK) has suffered severe damages due to recent unprecedented rainfall, raising the possibility of a widespread power outage across the region. The IIOJK Power Transmission Corporation Limited (JKPTCL) has expressed concerns about the vulnerability of the valley’s power supply, currently dependent on a single connection to the northern grid. According to Kashmir Media Service, JKPTCL issued a statement late Monday evening detailing the extent of the damage, particularly to transmission towers along Peer Top. The corporation has alerted that the only remaining connection to the northern grid is under threat, and if disrupted, could lead to a significant power failure affecting the entire valley. JKPTCL has advised all essential services to prepare backup plans to mitigate any potential interruptions. While the corporation reassured the public that the situation is under control for now, it acknowledged the possibility, though unl
ikely, that the remaining connectivity could be compromised, escalating the situation further and impacting the broader region.