Ludhiana, Sept. 15 -- The Punjab State Power Corporation Limited (PSPCL) has suffered a loss of nearly Rs.9 lakh after a paint laden vehicle rammed into a 315 KVA transformer in Iqbal Nagar on Tibba Road on Saturday evening. The impact not only damaged the transformer but also triggered a fire, spreading panic in the densely populated locality, officials familiar with the matter said.

According to residents, the truck lost control and crashed straight into the roadside transformer. The collision caused sparks to erupt, while the CNG kit installed in the vehicle began leaking. The gas instantly caught fire, engulfing the truck in flames.

The accident left Iqbal Nagar and adjoining areas without electricity for several hours. PSPCL offici...