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Bengaluru residents face planned power outages today, July 17. The Bangalore Electricity Supply Company (BESCOM) has started vital maintenance work across town. These scheduled shutdowns affect multiple divisions for several hours. Residents should check local feeder status now to avoid disruptions. Effective planning prevents sudden issues with work or medical equipment.
Most maintenance activities occur between 10:00 AM and 5:00 PM today. Technicians are working on cable shifting and pole replacement. They are also performing essential feeder upgrades. These improvements aim to reduce future faults during the monsoon season. However, sudden rain could delay restoration beyond the initial schedule. Keep power banks charged during these windows.
Planned Bengaluru power cuts and affected BESCOM feeders
The shutdowns hit major pockets in the East and South divisions. Key areas include parts of Indiranagar, Jayanagar, and Koramangala. North Bengaluru locations like Hebbal and Thanisandra also face outages. Several rural clusters near city limits might experience longer breaks. Please refer to the table below for primary schedules. These timings often change based on weather.
| Division | Major Areas Affected | Expected Timings |
|---|---|---|
| East | Indiranagar, HAL 2nd Stage, Domlur | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| South | Jayanagar 4th Block, JP Nagar, BTM Layout | 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| West | Rajajinagar, Vijayanagar, Basaveshwaranagar | 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM |
| North | Hebbal, Thanisandra, Sahakar Nagar | 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
Tracking live status via BESCOM Mithra
Residents can track real-time updates through the BESCOM Mithra mobile application. This platform provides alerts based on your registered consumer ID. You can also dial the 1912 helpline for immediate assistance. Customer care executives provide details on specific transformer failures nearby. This service helps confirm if a fault is part of the plan. Using these tools ensures you stay informed.
Households using medical devices should ensure battery backups are fully functional. Business owners in affected zones must schedule machinery use carefully. While maintenance is inconvenient, it strengthens the city power grid. Following official updates helps everyone navigate the day with minimal stress. Normal supply should resume shortly after the scheduled work concludes.