Transformer blast, metro halt and sleepless night: What caused Gurgaon’s massive blackout

A transformer blast at a Gurgaon substation plunged vast areas into darkness, highlighting the strain on NCR's power grid amidst extreme heat and record demand. The incident disrupted services, impacting thousands of residents and underscoring the challenges of managing escalating electricity needs during heatwaves.

By TOI CITY DESK