Residents of Purok Sunflower in Barangay Binubuhan, Bago City, Negros Occidental thanked Negros Electric and Power Corp. (Negros Power) for the energization of their village.
For decades, they lived in the shadows and their lives illuminated only by the flickering flames of kerosene lamps.
On March 10, the ceremonial switch-on of the Sitio Electrification Program in Purok Sunflower marked a momentous occasion, bringing electricity to nearly 90 homes.
The project, featuring the longest power line constructed under Negros Power’s electrification initiative, spanned 36 spans, with 60 newly-installed electric poles and three transformers.
For Amelita Boltes, a 71-year-old resident, the arrival of electricity was a long-awaited blessing, stressing that it is difficult for them, if there is no electricity.
Purok president Jobert Quatero, who echoed the sentiments of his community, thanked Negros Power for giving them lights.
Negros Power said the project is a testament to its unwavering commitment to energizing all areas within its franchise over the next three years.
The company’s sincerity and dedication to bringing progress to even the most remote communities is evident in the words of Roel Z. Castro, chief executive officer and president of Negros Power.
“We want everyone, every sitio, to have electricity,” he stated emphatically. “If the city has electricity, the sitios should have it, too. We are committed to this mission, and we will do it. We are here to help, and we will deliver on our promises.” Castro said.
The ceremonial switch-on, according to the distribution utility, was a celebration of hope, progress, and the transformative power of electricity.
The event was attended by key officials from Negros Power, along with officials of Bago City and Barangay Binubuhan, all united in celebrating this milestone.
“We voted for this new franchisee because we knew they would bring the funds and the capital for rural electrification,” Bago City Mayor Nicholas Yulo said, addressing the residents of Purok Sunflower.
“We are grateful to be prioritized by Negros Power, and we are confident that within a few years, 100 percent of Bago City will be energized,” Yulo added. ||
