LUCKNOW, May 18 -- Energy and urban development minister AK Sharma on Sunday conducted a surprise inspection of the 33/1kV1 kV CG City substation near Raj Bhawan, asserting that the power department must function with the principle that "Consumer is God" at its core. The visit came in response to growing public complaints about frequent power cuts, voltage fluctuations, and poor coordination in maintenance.

During the inspection, Sharma reviewed the substation's load panel, transformer logbook, and capacity status. The substation, operating with a 2x10 MVA capacity, supplies electricity to key areas including Yahiyamau, Chhatanagar, Swati City, Ektanagar, and Prithvipuram through three public feeders. He was accompanied by the executive ...