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The Tamil Nadu Generation and Distribution Corporation Ltd (TANGEDCO) has announced a planned power outage in parts of Chennai on Friday, 13 February 2026 as part of scheduled maintenance work on the city's electricity network. The shutdown will help technicians carry out routine repairs that cannot be done while lines are live.
Power Cut Timing
- Date: Friday, 13 February 2026
- Scheduled Outage: 09:00 AM to 02:00 PM
Power may be restored earlier if the maintenance work is completed ahead of schedule.
Major Areas Expected to Be Affected
According to the latest TANGEDCO maintenance schedule, the power supply will be suspended in the following residential zones on 13 Feb 2026:
Iyyappanthangal Sector
- Mettu Street
- EVP Park
- Dhanalakshmi Nagar
- Subbaiah Nagar
- Balaji Avenue
- Padmavathi Nagar
- Subramani Nagar
- VGN Nagar
- Karumari Amman Nagar
Ambattur Region
- Kallikuppam
- Om Shakti Nagar
- Gangai Nagar
- Ganesh Nagar
- Part of Ambattur Service Road
Why This Outage Is Happening
The scheduled outage is part of routine maintenance work by TANGEDCO aimed at upgrading equipment, checking electrical lines and preventing future unscheduled breakdowns. Such planned shutdowns allow technicians to work safely on transformers, substations and feeders; tasks that cannot be done while power is live.
Tips for Residents During the Outage
To minimise inconvenience during the 09:00 AM - 02:00 PM window:
- Charge devices (phones, laptops, power banks) before 09:00 AM
- Complete chores that need electricity before or after the outage period
- Keep backup lighting or emergency lamps ready
- If working from home, plan offline tasks or shift meetings around the outage
- Planning ahead makes the temporary shutdown easier to manage.
Summary - Chennai Power Cut (13 Feb 2026)
Scheduled outage: Friday, 13 February 2026
Time: 09:00 AM to 02:00 PM
Reason: Planned maintenance by TANGEDCO
Main affected zones: Iyyappanthangal (including Mettu Street, EVP Park, Dhanalakshmi Nagar, etc.) and parts of Ambattur (such as Kallikuppam, Om Shakti Nagar, Gangai Nagar and Ganesh Nagar)
