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12 Streetlights Fail on PM Modi’s Vadodara Route, Municipal Officer Suspended for Six Days
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🗓 06 Nov 2026, 04:01 AM
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Twelve streetlights along Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s planned route in Vadodara district malfunctioned, prompting the municipal administration to suspend the responsible official for six days.
A technical glitch caused twelve streetlights to go out on the route earmarked for Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit in Vadodara district, Gujarat. The outage was reported shortly before the scheduled movement of the Prime Minister's convoy.
The municipal corporation responded by suspending the official overseeing street‑light maintenance for six days, citing negligence in ensuring the infrastructure was operational for the high‑profile visit.
Local authorities have said they will conduct a review of the lighting network to prevent similar lapses in the future, especially during events involving senior dignitaries.
The incident has drawn attention to the preparedness of civic services in the state ahead of upcoming political rallies and public gatherings.
No injuries or security breaches were reported, and the Prime Minister’s itinerary proceeded as planned after alternative lighting arrangements were made.
The municipal corporation responded by suspending the official overseeing street‑light maintenance for six days, citing negligence in ensuring the infrastructure was operational for the high‑profile visit.
Local authorities have said they will conduct a review of the lighting network to prevent similar lapses in the future, especially during events involving senior dignitaries.
The incident has drawn attention to the preparedness of civic services in the state ahead of upcoming political rallies and public gatherings.
No injuries or security breaches were reported, and the Prime Minister’s itinerary proceeded as planned after alternative lighting arrangements were made.