Sambalpur, Feb. 13 -- In a shocking incident, chemotherapy treatment for cancer patients at Veer Surendra Sai Institute of Medical Sciences and Research (VIMSAR) in Odisha's Sambalpur district was conducted in darkness for nearly three hours due to a power outage.

According to reports, the concerned doctors had to rely on mobile phone torch lights to carry out chemotherapy of the patients. Despite the availability of a backup generator, it was allegedly not used, raising serious concerns over the hospital's preparedness for emergencies.

The power cut reportedly occurred due to scheduled maintenance work. However, despite prior notification, hospital authorities failed to take necessary measures to ensure an uninterrupted power supply fo...