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The Bengaluru Electricity Supply Company Limited (BESCOM) has announced a planned power outage in Bengaluru on Thursday, 23 January 2026, as part of ongoing maintenance and grid reliability work. The scheduled cut is expected to last for several hours in many parts of the city and nearby villages, affecting households, offices, commuters and travellers who may be in the region today.
Power Cut Timing & Duration
- Date: Thursday, 23 January 2026
- Timing: Power supply may be disrupted for up to around 9 hours in some areas due to the scheduled outage.
- Reason: BESCOM has stated that the maintenance work is necessary to strengthen infrastructure, reduce unscheduled breakdowns, and support long-term reliability of electricity supply across the Bengaluru region.
Residents should plan daily activities accordingly, especially if they work from home or rely on electricity for essential appliances.
Areas Likely to Be Affected
While a full official list is typically published by BESCOM on its website or customer notices, scheduled outages like today's usually impact both urban and peripheral localities where maintenance work is underway. Local reports indicate that outage schedules can cover multiple zones, including residential layouts and villages served by affected feeders. It's advisable to check local community notifications or BESCOM's official outage schedule for precise area listings.
Why These Power Cuts Happen
Scheduled power cuts are part of routine maintenance activities that electricity boards undertake to:
- Inspect and upgrade power lines and substations
- Repair or replace aging infrastructure
- Reduce risk of sudden faults or prolonged unscheduled outages
Such proactive measures help improve the overall quality and stability of power supply for consumers.
Tips for Bengaluru Residents & Travellers Today
To minimise inconvenience during the scheduled power cut:
- Charge phones, laptops and power banks in advance
- Plan essential chores (like laundry or cooking) outside the outage window
- Check backup plans if you're working from home
- Visitors staying in hotels or local accommodations should confirm availability of backup power (generators or inverters)
- Keep updated via BESCOM's official alerts or customer SMS notifications
If you're travelling through Bengaluru today, keep alternate plans ready; cafés with reliable Wi-Fi or public places with power backup can be useful during prolonged outages.
Scheduled power cuts may cause short-term disruption, but they are intended to support a more reliable long-term electricity network across the city and surrounding areas.
