On Tuesday, residents of No. 3 Borghuli village, under the jurisdiction of Assam’s Kaliabor electricity subdivision, staged a protest demanding urgent intervention from the state’s electricity department. The villagers are facing chronic low-voltage issues that have severely disrupted their daily lives, and the protest marked a culmination of their long-standing grievances.

The demonstration saw active participation from men, women, and schoolchildren, who carried placards and chanted slogans as they marched through the village roads. Their primary demand was the installation of a high-voltage transformer to address the poor power supply that has persisted for several months, if not years.

The villagers voiced their frustration over the unreliable electricity supply, which has made even the most basic day-to-day tasks difficult. In the scorching heat of summer, ceiling and pedestal fans fail to function, and electric lights remain dim or non-functional, adding to the discomfort in households. The lack of sufficient power has affected all aspects of life, from domestic chores to education and communication. Villagers complained that charging mobile phones, which is essential for communication and work in today’s world, often requires them to travel to nearby villages where the voltage is higher.

School-going children were among the most vocal during the protest. They expressed concerns about not being able to study during the evenings due to inadequate lighting. With exams approaching, the erratic power situation is making it increasingly difficult for them to prepare properly. Students held up signs addressed to the Chief Minister of Assam, Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma, appealing for his urgent attention and direct intervention in resolving the matter.

Protesters emphasized that they are not asking for luxury but for a basic necessity — a reliable power supply that is essential for a dignified life. The demand for a high-voltage transformer installation, they argued, is the only viable solution to ensure steady voltage and restore normalcy to their lives.

The villagers also pointed out that they had made repeated complaints to local electricity department officials, but their pleas went unheard. Many believe that their village has been overlooked in developmental initiatives, and the low-voltage problem reflects broader infrastructural neglect.

Local leaders who participated in the protest assured the villagers that their concerns would be taken up with higher authorities, but the community remains skeptical, given the lack of previous action. The protesters made it clear that if the issue continues to be ignored, they would escalate their agitation, potentially organizing blockades or approaching the Assam Electricity Regulatory Commission for justice.

The protest has drawn attention from local media and civil society groups, who are beginning to pressure the government for a prompt and effective resolution. The village of No. 3 Borghuli is just one among many rural areas in Assam grappling with infrastructural challenges, and the outcome of this protest could set a precedent for others to follow.

In conclusion, the residents of No. 3 Borghuli have sent a strong message to the Assam government: access to reliable electricity is a right, not a privilege, and they will not remain silent until their demand for a high-voltage transformer is met.