SANKHEMUNDI/ GANJAM: (Report- Ramakrushna Pani): A Junior Engineer (JE) and several linemen from the electricity department are facing serious allegations of assault and misconduct in Patiguda village, Ganjam district. 
According to local reports, the incident occurred in the area of Patiguda Panchayat. Villagers claim that electricity department staff arrived and disconnected the power supply without any prior notice or clear explanation.
When the residents asked why their electricity was being cut off, a heated argument broke out between the officials and the public.
The situation escalated quickly. Villagers allege that the Junior Engineer and the linemen behaved like "thugs." They reportedly used abusive language and physically attacked several people, including women.
Witnesses claim the officials did not stop at physical assault. As they were leaving the scene, the staff allegedly issued death threats to the villagers, warning them of dire consequences if they crossed paths again.
The aggressive behavior of the government officials has sparked intense tension in the region. Local residents are questioning how public servants can treat citizens with such violence and disrespect.
The community is now demanding a high-level investigation into the incident. Strict legal action against the Junior Engineer and the involved linemen. Protection from further threats by the department staff.
The local administration has been informed of the situation. People in Patiguda are waiting to see what steps the authorities will take to address this abuse of power.
According to local reports, the incident occurred in the area of Patiguda Panchayat. Villagers claim that electricity department staff arrived and disconnected the power supply without any prior notice or clear explanation.
When the residents asked why their electricity was being cut off, a heated argument broke out between the officials and the public.
The situation escalated quickly. Villagers allege that the Junior Engineer and the linemen behaved like "thugs." They reportedly used abusive language and physically attacked several people, including women.
Witnesses claim the officials did not stop at physical assault. As they were leaving the scene, the staff allegedly issued death threats to the villagers, warning them of dire consequences if they crossed paths again.
The aggressive behavior of the government officials has sparked intense tension in the region. Local residents are questioning how public servants can treat citizens with such violence and disrespect.
The community is now demanding a high-level investigation into the incident. Strict legal action against the Junior Engineer and the involved linemen. Protection from further threats by the department staff.
The local administration has been informed of the situation. People in Patiguda are waiting to see what steps the authorities will take to address this abuse of power.
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