India, Nov. 17 -- Sir,

This is with reference to the news item "Current Cut!" published in SOM dated Nov.14.

I wish to bring to the attention of the authorities the severe hardship being faced by the residents of Vasanthanagar MDA (Mysuru Development Authority) Layout, off Bannur Road, which was recently handed over to Rammanahalli Gram Panchayat.

Due to non-payment of electricity bills reportedly pending in the name of Rammanahalli Panchayat, the Chamundeshwari Electricity Supply Corporation (CESC) has disconnected power supply to the borewell connections that cater to our layout.

These borewells are the only source of water for domestic use and drinking, as the long-promised Cauvery water supply to the Layout has not yet materialise...