Unidentified militants blew up a transmission line tower on Tuesday, disrupting electricity supply to several areas in Mohmand and Bajaur agencies.The incident occurred late on Tuesday night near Dando Pul, an area that includes 25 disputed villages that were previously part of the tribal areas but were included in the settled areas. The sabotage suspended electricity supply in Ghalanai, Yakka Ghund, Pindyalai, Ambaar, Yousuf Khel, Makrai, Khwaizai, Ghaziabad-I and II, Mamadgut and other areas in Mohmand Agency, and some parts of Bajaur Agency.
A Tribal Electric Supply Company (TESCO) official said that militants had targeted the same tower a few months ago, but it had been repaired. He added that repair work on the tower was in progress and electricity supply would be restored by Wednesday night.
Tribesmen have been protesting against the prolonged electricity suspension since Tuesday. Shopkeepers are observing a “black day” and their protest will continue today. The shopkeepers will march to Ghalanai on Friday to protest against the electricity cut and will block the Peshawar-Bajaur road till electricity is restored.