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Gujarat: Official suspended after 12 streetlights fail on PM Modi's Vadodara route
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🗓 06 Nov 2026, 07:38 AM
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A municipal official in Vadodara district, Gujarat, has been suspended for six days after 12 streetlights failed to function on Prime Minister Narendra Modi's official route.
In a move highlighting strict enforcement of civic duties during high-profile visits, a municipal official in Vadodara district, Gujarat, has been suspended for six days. The disciplinary action was taken after it was discovered that 12 streetlights along Prime Minister Narendra Modi's designated route were non-functional.
The incident drew immediate attention from local administration, which prioritized the visibility and safety of the Prime Minister's convoy. The failure of the lighting infrastructure on such a critical path was deemed a serious lapse in duty by the municipal authorities.
The suspension serves as a warning to other civic employees to ensure that all public infrastructure, especially along routes used by dignitaries, is maintained in perfect working condition. Local officials have reportedly conducted a review of similar routes to prevent any future lapses during upcoming visits.
The incident drew immediate attention from local administration, which prioritized the visibility and safety of the Prime Minister's convoy. The failure of the lighting infrastructure on such a critical path was deemed a serious lapse in duty by the municipal authorities.
The suspension serves as a warning to other civic employees to ensure that all public infrastructure, especially along routes used by dignitaries, is maintained in perfect working condition. Local officials have reportedly conducted a review of similar routes to prevent any future lapses during upcoming visits.