Bengaluru Power Cut Today: BESCOM Issues Nov 26 Shutdown Alert; Check Complete List of Impacted Areas

Bengaluru residents must take note, as several areas will face a scheduled power outage today, i.e., November 26, as the Bangalore Electricity Supply Company (BESCOM) will carry out major power maintenance, infrastructure upgradation, and electricity network strengthening in the southern part of the city. The Bengaluru power cut is part of ongoing efforts to modernise the Subramanyapura 110/66/11 kV power station in order to improve load handling and ensure uninterrupted electricity supply across Bengaluru South.

Why Bengaluru Will Face a BESCOM Power Cut on November 26

BESCOM stated that the planned Bengaluru power shutdown is necessary to complete some major technical works at the Subramanyapura Power Station, which includes upgrading transformers and transmission lines and replacing outdated power equipment.

Strengthening the 220/66/11 kV electricity network and enhancing the 100 MW capacity line

According to BESCOM, the scheduled Bengaluru power cut is very important for improving electricity distribution and preventing breakdowns in power supply.

Areas Affected by Bengaluru Power Cut

The BESCOM power cut areas include several major neighbourhoods in Bengaluru South, expected to experience electricity disruption between 10:00 am and 5:00 pm today. Affected zones include:

• Banashankari
• Padmanabhanagar
• Kathriguppe
• Kumaraswamy Layout
• ISRO Layout
• Uttarahalli
• Chikkalasandra
• Hosakerehalli
• Girinagar
• Srinagar
• Gubbalala
• Konanakunte
• JP Nagar 6th & 7th Phase
• Yelachenahalli
• Other surrounding localities

Purpose Behind the Bengaluru Power Shutdown

The electricity outage once completed post the upgrades, will offer Better electricity supply reliability in the city . It will also reduce voltage fluctuations & improve power load management

What Residents Should Do During the Bengaluru Power Outage

Residents living in these BESCOM outage areas are advised to plan their work and power usage accordingly. During the scheduled Bengaluru electricity cut, BESCOM recommends:

• Charging phones, laptops, and essential devices beforehand
• Avoiding lifts during power cut hours
• Keeping inverters, power banks, or backup systems ready
• Planning work-from-home tasks ahead of time
• Making sure that water pumps and especially appliances are managed appropriately