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Residents of Bengaluru are facing extended power outages this week, with the Bangalore Electricity Supply Company Limited (BESCOM) announcing planned shutdowns from Wednesday, 4 February 2026, through Monday, 9 February 2026. The daily disruptions are part of essential maintenance and infrastructure upgrades across the city's electricity network.
According to the schedule, electricity supply is expected to be affected for long stretches every day, and residents are advised to plan their activities accordingly.
Power Cut Dates & Timings
4 Feb 2026 (Wednesday): Scheduled outage from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM in parts of north Bengaluru as maintenance begins.
5 Feb - 9 Feb 2026 (Thursday to Monday): Power supply interruptions throughout the day, typically between 6:00 AM and 10:00 PM depending on the locality and maintenance work progress.
The extended timeline reflects the scale of work being undertaken to improve the city's electrical infrastructure and ensure a more stable supply in the long run.
Major Areas Expected to Be Affected
The outage schedule covers multiple layouts, especially in north and adjoining areas of Bengaluru. Locations expected to experience interruptions include:
North Bengaluru (Hebbal Division and Surroundings)
- Kavalbyrasandra
- L.R. Bande Main Road
- Gandhinagar
- Chinnanna Layout
- Ambedkar Layout
- Anwar Layout
- Cauvery Nagar
- Sultan Palya
- Ranka Nagar
- Kanaka Nagar
- KHB Main Road
- Bhuvaneshwari Nagar
- D.G.A. Halli
- K.J. Halli
- Adarsha Nagar
- Periyar Nagar & Circle
- Shampura
- Kushal Nagar
- Modi Road & Modi Garden
- Doddanna Nagar
- Muniveerappa Layout
- Sugar Mandi & Salt Mandi areas
(North Bengaluru areas likely impacted across multiple days)
Additional Localities (Maintenance Zone Expands)
- Divya Shanti
- Govindpur
- Karle
- Brindavan Nagar
- Titan Garage area
- Bhairavi Apartments
- Heggade Nagar
- Chandrika Soap Factory
- BMTC Depot and adjacent neighbourhoods
These are indicative areas based on BESCOM's maintenance advisories. Daily schedules and exact timings may vary by specific sectors or divisions within the city.
Why the Power Cuts Are Scheduled
BESCOM has indicated that the extended outages are necessary to carry out urgent maintenance, equipment upgrades and system improvements. The work includes maintenance on key substations such as the 66/11 KV HBR (Hebbal) power station and other feeders that require shutdowns to complete safely.
Such planned outages aim to strengthen the distribution network and reduce unplanned breakdowns in the future.
Tips for Bengaluru Residents
To manage daily life during the power cuts:
- Charge phones, laptops and power banks during early morning or night when supply is available.
- Plan power-dependent chores (ironing, laundry, cooking) outside outage windows.
- Keep backup lighting and sufficient water ready.
- Save critical work and schedules for hours when power is stable.
- Note BESCOM's helpline (1912) for real-time updates or service issues.
Quick Summary
Scheduled power cuts: 4 Feb - 9 Feb 2026 due to BESCOM maintenance work.
Typical timings: Outages planned between 6:00 AM and 10:00 PM, with extended breaks on some days.
Major affected areas: North Bengaluru layouts including Hebbal, Kavalbyrasandra, Ambedkar Layout, Cauvery Nagar, Periyar Nagar and nearby zones.
Reason: Routine maintenance and infrastructure upgrades by BESCOM.
