Gilgit, March 14 -- Residents of Jatial city of Pakistan-occupied Gilgit Baltistan have taken to the streets in a fierce protest after facing prolonged power outages and severe electricity shortages in the area, as reported by Markhor Times.

The unrest, which has disrupted daily life, stems from the non-functional transformer that has left over 300 homes without consistent power for several days. The situation has worsened during the holy month of Ramadan, with locals facing unbearable hardships due to the lack of electricity, Markhor Times reported.

The protest began at the Public Chowk, where angry citizens demanded immediate action from the authorities. One protester, speaking on behalf of the group, said, "We will stage a protest ou...