Sylhet, April 17 -- Sylhet is grappling with relentless load shedding - mainly triggered by the global energy crisis following the Middle East conflict - disrupting daily life and putting SSC candidates under mounting pressure just days before their exams begin on April 21.

Officials said the crisis stems from a shortfall in electricity supply from the national grid due to reduced generation amid the global energy crisis, with no sign of immediate improvement.

Residents and traders said electricity disruptions continue throughout the day and night.

According to officials of the Bangladesh Power Development Board (BPDB) in Sylhet, there was a demand of 170 megawatts of electricity on Thursday in district, against which only 130 megawatt...