A rural electrification worker was abducted and beaten in connection with ongoing protests over frequent power outages. The incident occurred as communities express frustration with prolonged load shedding. Local residents reportedly participated in the assault before the worker was rescued by electricity department officials with assistance from others in the area. A formal complaint has been filed with the police, demanding legal action against those involved in the attack. Authorities are investigating the incident and pursuing those responsible. The event highlights growing public discontent regarding unreliable electricity supply and the risks faced by utility workers during periods of widespread disruption. This incident underscores the need for improved infrastructure and community engagement to address the root causes of the power outages.