Matiapara Villagers Protest 4-Year Power Crisis, Demand Transformer

Residents of Matiapara in Bijni protested in extreme heat, demanding a power transformer after four years without reliable electricity. They accused APDCL and local MLA Ajoy Kumar Ray of neglect, despite regular bill payments. Villagers cited health risks, student hardship, and daily struggles due to low voltage. They warned of a larger protest if no action is taken within a week.