It is rather unfortunate that some of the transformers are lying exposed at different locations in the state. Exposed transformers pose a threat to innocent pedestrians on the road. It is seen some transformers are not locked properly. At some spots, one can find a string or wire used to lock the transformer door. On September 21, a transformer on the road near the fire station at Varkhandem in Ponda was lying in an exposed condition. Even the one adjacent to the junction at Ravinagar is in similar condition on most occasions. The one in the vicinity of Durbhat jetty is found exposed from time to time. Unless a suitable locking system is introduced for these transformers, these will continue to pose a danger. Senior officials at the electricity department should look into this matter on an urgent basis.
