GEORGE TOWN: After 20 years of relying on a generator for power supply, the Chin family can finally watch the World Cup without interruption.
They are among 46 families in Bukit Batu Hitam, Bukit Pulau Betong and Bukit Cengkih in Balik Pulau who received power supply a week ago – thanks to Tenaga Nasional Bhd and the Government.
Chin Kooi Sim, an avid football fan, said he used to watch the matches on TV1 but the generator would sometimes break down.
Clear picture: (Sitting, from left) Chin, Muhamad Farid, Chin’s wife Tang Ah Mooy, Chai Mow Hong and her husband Seak Min (standing) watching the World Cup at home in Balik Pulau.“Imagine when your favourite team is about to score a goal and suddenly there is a blackout,” the 70-year-old said.
His son, Seak Min, 47, was glad that his father could finally enjoy the matches without interruption.
“We used to watch television at our friends or relatives’ houses,” he said.
The family had a thanksgiving dinner on Saturday at their Bukit Batu Hitam home and some guests made it extra special by bringing along durians for all.
Pulau Betong assemblyman Muhamad Farid Saad, who attended the dinner, said he was glad the power supply came two months earlier than the August target.
“The project, which cost RM1,809,433, has turned the hilly area into a brighter place at night,” he said.
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