CESC Ltd: Fire at Panihati Sub-station Restored in 3.5 Hours

CESC Ltd reported a fire incident at its Panihati Distribution Sub-station on September 13, 2026. The company's emergency response teams acted swiftly, restoring approximately 80% of power supply within two hours and full restoration within three and a half hours. There were no casualties. The company has insurance coverage for the affected plant and machinery and has informed the insurers. CESC is investigating the cause and implementing preventive measures to ensure safety and reliability.