80s kids loved power cuts: When blackouts meant terrace games and ghost stories

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What happened

In the 1980s, power cuts often led to evenings filled with children's games and storytelling.

Families gathered around candles, creating bonds and sharing experiences during blackouts.

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  • In the 1980s, power cuts often led to evenings filled with children's games and storytelling.
  • Reported by Times of India and published Thu, 24 Sep 2026 05:21:21 UTC.

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