Bengaluru is bracing for scheduled power outages from Sunday, August 18, to Tuesday, August 20, as the Bengaluru Electricity Supply Company (BESCOM) and the Karnataka Power Transmission Corporation Limited (KPTCL) undertake crucial maintenance and upgrades to the city’s electrical infrastructure. The power disruptions are expected to affect multiple parts of the city, with timings varying by area.

Affected Areas and Timings

Residents in western, northern, eastern, and parts of southern Bengaluru should prepare for power cuts, primarily scheduled between 10 AM and 3 PM, although some outages might begin earlier and extend until 6 PM. Below are the details of the areas and timings:

Bengaluru Power Outage on August 18 (9:30 AM to 3:30 PM):

  • HMT Road
  • Peenya Police Station Road
  • MEC Layout
  • KHB Rajeshwari Nagar
  • Akash Theatre Road
  • Friends’ Circle
  •  Rajagopalnagar
  • GKW Layout
  •  Kasturi Layout
  • ESI Hospital
  • Vigyan Public School Road
  • Chamundipura
  • Ganapathi Nagar Main Road
  • Telephone Exchange and surrounding areas.

Bengaluru Power Cut on August 19 (10 AM to 6 PM):

  • KMF Mother Dairy
  • Major Unnikrishnan Road
  •  B Sector
  • NES Road
  • CM Enclave
  • Mathru Layout
  • Someshwara Nagar
  • Kanaka Nagar
  •  Judicial Layout
  • Yelahanka Old Town
  • Gandhi Nagar
  • BBMP Bund Road
  •  BWSSB STP
  • Jakkasandra
  •  HSR 5 Sector
  • Teachers Colony
  • Parts of Venkatapura
  • Koramangala Extension and nearby areas.

Bengaluru Power Cut on August 20 (10 AM to 3 PM):

  • Konankunte
  • Talaghattapura
  • Doddakallasandra
  • Avalahalli
  • Srinidhi Layout and adjacent areas
  • Adugodi
  • Salarpuria Tower
  •  Big Bazaar
  • Accenture
  • KMF Godown
  • Nanjappa Layout
  • New Mico Road
  • Bangalore Dairy
  • Forum Mall
  • Lakkasandra
  • Wilson Garden
  •  Nimhans Admin Block
  • Koramangala Blocks 3 to 8 and other surrounding areas.

Purpose of the Outages

BESCOM and KPTCL frequently schedule these outages to conduct essential projects and maintenance activities. These interruptions typically occur on weekends, when electricity demand is lower, as many residents are at home. The maintenance works include:

  • Upgrading electrical lines and infrastructure.
  • Maintenance of existing lines.
  • Transitioning power lines from overhead to underground systems.
  • Tree trimming near power lines to prevent outages during storms.
  • Improvements to water supply systems.

Resident Preparations

Given the widespread nature of these outages, residents are advised to plan accordingly, especially for activities that rely on uninterrupted power supply. The affected areas are significant parts of Bengaluru, and the duration of the outages could cause considerable inconvenience.

Conclusion

The scheduled maintenance is vital for ensuring the long-term reliability and safety of Bengaluru’s electrical infrastructure. While the outages may cause short-term disruptions, these upgrades are necessary for the city’s growing energy needs. Residents are urged to stay informed about the specific timings and areas affected to minimize inconvenience.