Scheduled 7-Hour Power Outage Hits Bengaluru Today for Urgent Maintenance
Bengaluru residents are set to experience a significant power disruption on February 19, as the Karnataka Power Transmission Corporation Limited (KPTCL) conducts urgent maintenance work at multiple substations across the city. Scheduled to take place from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, these outages will affect a wide range of areas, with additional brief power interruptions planned between 10:30 AM and 1:30 PM in some parts of the city.
The maintenance work is being carried out at the 66/11 KV Kumbalagodu Substation, which is crucial to the electricity supply infrastructure in Bengaluru. The Bangalore Electricity Supply Company (BESCOM) has released a list of the areas that will be impacted by these power cuts, urging residents to make necessary preparations. This follows a similar power disruption that occurred on February 18 due to emergency repairs, further highlighting the importance of these essential maintenance activities to ensure the smooth functioning of Bengaluru’s power grid.
The planned outages are expected to span several hours, and local residents and businesses are advised to adjust their schedules accordingly. The full day’s power interruption, running from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, will affect several neighbourhoods and localities. Some of the areas likely to face power cuts during this period include. For residents and businesses in these areas, it is advised to plan ahead and consider alternative measures to manage the outage, especially for those reliant on electricity for daily operations. This maintenance work is an essential part of the ongoing efforts by KPTCL to ensure the stability and reliability of Bengaluru’s electricity supply, though it does come with temporary inconveniences.
In addition to the major maintenance work at the Kumbalagodu Substation, BESCOM has also announced that power will be interrupted in another set of areas between 10:30 AM and 1:30 PM due to work at the 66/11 KV LR Bande Substation. Affected areas during this shorter period include. Residents living in these areas are urged to make the necessary arrangements for the short but important maintenance window. It is crucial for all those affected by the disruptions to prepare for potential inconveniences, whether it’s for work, study, or household chores.
Though these power outages may cause temporary setbacks for residents and businesses, they are a vital part of maintaining and improving Bengaluru’s power supply. KPTCL and BESCOM are working diligently to ensure that the outages are as brief as possible and that the ongoing upgrades to the power network will ultimately result in better service for everyone. As Bengaluru continues to grow and develop, these types of infrastructure updates are necessary to support the city’s increasing energy demands. Residents are encouraged to stay updated with any further announcements and to plan their activities in advance to minimise the impact of today’s power cuts.
