Power Outage Alert: Chennai to Face Disruptions on Saturday
Scheduled Maintenance Work to Affect Multiple Areas
Residents of Chennai, be prepared for a power outage on Saturday, August 17, as the Tamil Nadu Electricity Board (TNEB) has announced a scheduled maintenance work. The power cut will be in effect from 9 AM to 2 PM, affecting several areas in the city.
Affected Areas
The following areas will experience power outages on Saturday:
- Kilpauk: Entire Kilpauk area
- Valasaravakkam: Valasaravakkam, Virugambakkam, and Alwarthirunagar
- Puzhal: Jawaharlal Nagar, Kamaraj Nagar, MA Nagar, Indira Gandhi Road, Padiyanallur, Balaganesan Nagar, Kannappa Swamy Nagar, Vandimedu, Redhills market, Naravarikuppam, Vegetarian Village, Sakthivel Nagar, Sivaraj Main Road, and Tamilan Nagar
- Guduvanchery: Thiruvalluvar Nagar, Dr. Ambethkar Puratchi Nagar, Annai Anjugam Nagar, Anna Nedunj Salai, Govindasamy Nagar 3rd and 4th Street, Sempon Nagar, Annai Santhiya Nagar, JJ Nagar, KPK Nagar West, Ex-serviceman Colony, Old Kamarajar Nagar, and Perunthalaivar Kamaraj Nagar
- Besant Nagar: TMM Street, Mahalakshmi Avenue, Kamarajar Salai, Gangai Amman Koil Street, Chella Perumal Street, Raju Street, Nethaji Street, Lal Bagathur Street
- Ezhil Nagar: Ezhil Nagar entire area, Kamaraj Nagar one part, VPG Avenue, Royal Avenue, Kumurangudil, Devaraj Avenue, Mount Pattern Street, Pillaiyar Koil Street, NGK Avenue, Secretariat Colony, Parthasarathy Nagar, Annai Parvathi Nagar, Deveraj Nagar, Sri Nagar, Mahatma Gandhi Nagar, Karpaga Vinayagar Nagar, Ganesh Nagar, Thiruvalluvar Nagar, Ramalinga Nagar, Gopinath Avenue, and Injambakkam
- Ambattur: Ram Nagar, Lenin Nagar, Venkateswara Nagar, Oragadam, CTH Road, Red Hills Road, and Padmavathy Srinivasan Nagar
Reason for Power Outage
The power outage is due to scheduled maintenance work, aimed at upgrading and improving the power infrastructure in the city. The maintenance work is essential to ensure a reliable and efficient power supply to residents and businesses.
Timing and Duration
The power outage will take place on Saturday, August 17, from 9 AM to 2 PM. The duration of the power cut is expected to be five hours, and residents are advised to plan accordingly.
Precautions and Advice
Residents are advised to take necessary precautions to minimize the impact of the power outage:
- Charge electronic devices and power banks in advance
- Store water and food in advance
- Use alternative lighting sources, such as candles or lanterns
- Keep essential phone numbers handy
TNEB’s Assurance
The Tamil Nadu Electricity Board has assured residents that the maintenance work will be completed within the scheduled timeframe, and power supply will be restored by 2 PM on Saturday. If the work is completed earlier, power supply will resume before 2 PM.
Stay Informed
Residents can stay informed about the power outage and any updates through:
- TNEB’s official website and social media channels
- Local news channels and newspapers
- Mobile alerts and notifications from TNEB
Conclusion
While the power outage may cause inconvenience, it is essential for the maintenance and upgrading of the power infrastructure. Residents are advised to cooperate and take necessary precautions to minimize the impact. Stay informed, and stay safe!
FAQs
Q: Why is there a power outage in Chennai on Saturday?
A: The power outage is due to scheduled maintenance work by the Tamil Nadu Electricity Board (TNEB) to upgrade and improve the power infrastructure in the city.Q: Which areas will be affected by the power outage?
A: Multiple areas in Chennai will be affected, including Kilpauk, Valasaravakkam, Puzhal, Guduvanchery, Besant Nagar, Ezhil Nagar, and Ambattur. (See the full list of affected areas above)Q: What time will the power outage occur?
A: The power outage will take place from 9 AM to 2 PM on Saturday, August 17.Q: How long will the power outage last?
A: The power outage is expected to last for five hours, from 9 AM to 2 PM.Q: What precautions can I take to minimize the impact of the power outage?
A: Charge electronic devices and power banks in advance, store water and food, use alternative lighting sources, keep essential phone numbers handy, and plan accordingly.Q: How can I stay informed about the power outage and any updates?
A: Stay informed through TNEB’s official website and social media channels, local news channels and newspapers, and mobile alerts and notifications from TNEB.Q: Will the power supply be restored after the maintenance work is completed?
A: Yes, the power supply will be restored by 2 PM on Saturday, or earlier if the work is completed before the scheduled time.
