Bengaluru Power Cut Today, Nov 23: BESCOM Confirms Scheduled Electricity Shutdown Across THESE Areas

People living in Bengaluru will experience a scheduled power outage today, November 23, as the Bangalore Electricity Supply Company (BESCOM) will carry out major maintenance work in the city's electricity network. According to the official BESCOM notification, the Bengaluru power cut is part of planned upgrades at the 220/66/11 kV substation and associated transmission lines, impacting several residential and industrial zones.

The BESCOM power outage will be from 10 AM to 5 PM today, but the utility has advised consumers to stay prepared, as the shutdown may affect both households and commercial establishments.

Full List of Areas Affected by the Bengaluru Power Cut

As per the announcement made by BESCOM on its offcial twitter handle, the power interruption in Bengaluru will impact the following areas and nearby localities:

Byatarayanapura, Vishwanathapura, Shampura, Guddadahalli, Muddinahalli, Chikkasandra, Vinayakanagar, Srinivasapura, Hanumathanagar, Hosahalli, Doddanna Industrial Estate, Gokul Extension, Nagappa Block, Soundarya Layout, Agrahara Dasarahalli, Sunkadakatte, Hegganahalli, Maruthi Layout, Papareddypalya, Nagasandra, Peenya Industrial Area, GKW Layout, Laggere and surrounding regions

Reason Behind the Bengaluru Power Cut

BESCOM stated that the power cut in Bengaluru on November 23 is necessary for substation strengthening and repair, routine line maintenance, system upgrades, load balancing improvements, and safety-related enhancements. Such BESCOM maintenance work is usually planned in advance to prevent unexpected blackouts and ensure a stable electricity supply in Bengaluru during peak demand periods.

Public Advisory for Residents and Businesses

BESCOM issued precautionary guidance for consumers in affected areas:

• Charge mobile phones, power banks, and essential devices in advance.
• Avoid running heavy electrical appliances during restoration.
• prepare backup for medical equipment
• Ensure lift usage only when power is stable.
• Businesses should plan operational adjustments.
• Consumers are also requested not to raise complaints unless the Bengaluru power interruption extends beyond the scheduled window.