Idukki, April 26 -- As mercury rises above 35 degrees Celsius in Keralam, Youth Congress members have flagged frequent power cuts in Idukki and nearby areas, organising a sit-in near the Kerala State Electricity Board (KSEB) office and demanding answers from authorities.

The recurring outages in Idukki and nearby areas have caused severe hardship, particularly for bedridden patients, elderly residents, and children, whose health and daily lives have been significantly affected.

Protesters said that continuous power cuts over several days had made it impossible for residents to sleep. They arrived at the office carrying pillows and mats, intending to spend the night there under the office fans.

One protester claimed that KSEB officials ...