May 16, 2004
Current cut in four mandals of Srikakulam
Four mandals of Srikakulam spent their day and night without power. The power cut effected the people of Sompeta and surrounding mandals from Saturday 4 PM to Sunday 2 PM and again after a one hour break till the next day. Authorities at the Electricity board attribute failure of some lines and said to restore the same at the earliest.

National Award for Srikakulam dancers
Classical dancers from Srikakulam who participated in the National level competitions at Chilakaluripeta between May 12-15 won awards.