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Parts of Bengaluru and surrounding districts are likely to experience intermittent or planned power interruptions today, Tuesday, 27 January 2026, as the Bangalore Electricity Supply Company Limited (BESCOM) continues maintenance work on the electric grid. Authorities have issued advisories for residents and travellers to stay prepared for temporary supply disruptions in some areas.
This is part of ongoing maintenance work that began earlier in the week (from around 24 January) affecting regions under BESCOM's supply, particularly Tumkur and Kolar districts adjacent to Bengaluru.
Power Cut Schedule & Areas Affected
Date: Tuesday, 27 January 2026
Nature of Outage: Intermittent scheduled power cuts; not continuous shutdowns but temporary disruptions based on maintenance needs.
While the detailed city-wide feeder list has not been published for all neighbourhoods, maintenance notices mention Tumkur Urban and Kolar district localities facing intermittent supply due to planned work on lines and substations.
Localities reported to be part of the schedule include areas such as:
- Belagumba, Belagumba Village
- Lambani Tandya, Jotipura, S.S. Layout
- Venkatadri Layout, Hanumanthapura, Kuvempunagar
- Adarshanagar, Atthathota, Jaganmathapura, Sharadadevi Nagar, Ganesh Nagar
- Nirvani Layout, Agnibanniraya Nagar, Bhagya Nagar, Haronahalli
- among others in the Tumkur region.
BESCOM clarifies that supply disruptions vary by feeder and time of day and may affect nearby Bengaluru zones connected to the same distribution network.
Why These Power Cuts Are Happening
The scheduled power interruptions are part of routine maintenance and repair work carried out by BESCOM in coordination with the Karnataka Power Transmission Corporation Ltd (KPTCL). The work is intended to:
- Inspect and upgrade distribution lines
- Service key substations
- Reduce the risk of unplanned breakdowns
- Improve long-term reliability of the grid
Officials have clarified that these are planned, preventive activities rather than emergency failures.
Tips for Residents & Travellers
Here's how to make your day easier if you are in Bengaluru or adjacent districts today:
- Charge essentials early; phones, laptops, power banks
- Plan household tasks requiring electricity outside likely outage hours
- Check backup options at your hotel or stay (inverters/generators)
- If you're working remotely, prioritise offline tasks or plan flexibly
- Follow local BESCOM updates or official feeder-wise notices for last-minute changes
Scheduled outages can be inconvenient but are aimed at strengthening the power infrastructure for future stability.
