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I remember visiting India on holiday in late 2010 during the Commonwealth games. I was surprised by how often the power failed (for short periods under 10 mins) on a regular basis in every destination I visited. In Delhi I refused to use the elevator as the power was off at least 3 times every evening, and I didn’t fancy an extended stay inside a metal booth until someone retrieved me. The elevator was offline after every blackout.

Every computer had a UPS. India must be a UPS maker’s dream. I saw the incredible spaghetti webs of electrical wiring lining some streets. It’s difficult to imagine just how the system can be fixed without a complete revolution in wiring and consumer attitude. I wish India all the best as it’s such an exciting and vibrant nation.

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