IT News
Imphal, Feb 20:
Frequent unscheduled power cuts are causing significant disruption for students in Manipur, who are currently appearing for their crucial Class X and XII board examinations, 2025. The unexpected outages have left thousands of students in the dark, both literally and figuratively, as they strive to perform their best in these career-defining tests.
Thousands of students from both the Manipur State Board and the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) are sitting for their final Class X and XII exams across the state. However, the frequent and prolonged power cuts have added an unwelcome layer of stress to an already challenging time.
“The power cuts have been affecting my son’s studies as he is now appearing for the matric examination,” said a concerned father. He urged the Manipur State Power Distribution Company Limited (MSPDCL) to rethink the unscheduled power cuts.
The uncertainty surrounding the power supply adds mental pressure, impacting students’ confidence and morale. This recurrent issue, occurring frequently in the early morning, late afternoon, and night—sometimes extending from midnight to early morning—raises pressing questions about the power management.
Load shedding, the deliberate shutdown of electric power in parts of a system to prevent the failure of the entire grid, is typically announced in advance. This allows residents and businesses to prepare for disruptions. In Manipur, however, the lack of communication regarding these outages is a significant concern. The unpredictable nature of these power cuts disrupts daily routines and affects the overall quality of life.
Since the introduction of the prepaid system and the improved functioning of the Manipur State Power Distribution Company Limited (MSPDCL) and the Manipur State Power Company Limited (MSPCL), the electricity situation in Manipur had significantly improved. The prepaid system helped manage electricity consumption more efficiently, reduced wastage, and ensured timely payments.
After the introduction of the prepaid system in Manipur, there should be no question of power cuts as residents are paying in advance for the power they use.
So, the question arises: Why is there now a suspicion of undeclared load shedding among many residents of the state? MSPDCL must take urgent and decisive action to ensure that the shadow of unscheduled load shedding is lifted and the integrity of the state’s power supply is restored.
