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Residents across parts of Chennai are set to experience a planned power shutdown on Wednesday, February 26, 2026, as utility authorities carry out maintenance work to strengthen electricity infrastructure and prevent unexpected outages. Scheduled power cuts can be inconvenient, but planning ahead, charging devices, arranging backup lighting, and adjusting your mid-day routines helps you get through the day smoothly.
Power Cut Timings
- Date: Wednesday, February 26, 2026
- Time: 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM (Approx.)
The outage may vary slightly depending on the progress of maintenance work at specific sites.
Areas Expected to Be Affected
According to local reports and utility notices, the power outage will impact several neighbourhoods, including:
| Mangadu & Nearby Streets | SS Kovil Street, UP Kovil Street, Mangadu Main Road, Pattur Bazaar, Balandeeswarar Kovil Street, Pallathoppu Street, Velleeswaran Kovil Street, Balaji Nagar, Ambal Avenue, Padmavathi Nagar, Addision (Audition) Nagar, Srinivasa Nagar, Nellima Nagar, Tirupathi Nagar, Mahalakshmi Nagar, Kamatchi Amman Nagar, Kozhumanivakkam, Charles Nagar, Sriram Nagar, Govindarajan Street, Anna Street, Then Colony, Back Colony, New Kamatchi Nagar |
| Tiruppur | Singanur, Tarapuram Road, Matheshwar Nagar, Panapalayam |
| Dindigul | Anandakottai, Gandharvakottai, Pudupatti, Mangalakoil, Old Gandharvakottai, Kunnandarkoil, Senkuruchi, Rajagapatti, Thirumalaikeni, Kambiliyampatti, Senthurai, Kosuvakkurichi, Pillayarnattam, Kuppilyapatti |
| Sivaganga | Maravati Puthur, ITI, Devakottai Road area, Sankarapuram, Ara Vayaal, Thana Vayaal, Vettaikaranpatti, Ariyakudi, Visalaiyankottai, S.R. Pattanam, Kallupatti, Sathampathi, Ugampathi, Central Industrial Security Force Division Area, Zamindar Colony, Manakari, Rasta, Kovilur |
Tips to Plan Your Day
Here's how you can stay ahead of the outage:
- Charge phones, laptops & power banks the night before
- Keep emergency lights or lamps handy
- Plan tasks requiring electricity for early morning or post-outage hours
- Avoid using elevators or heavy electrical appliances during the shutdown
- Stay updated via official TANGEDCO notices or community alerts
Why These Outages Happen
Utility providers periodically schedule maintenance to:
- Upgrade transformers and distribution lines
- Prevent sudden breakdowns
- Improve long-term reliability
- Safeguard against unexpected faults during peak usage
These planned shutdowns, though temporary, help ensure smoother electricity supply over time.
Final Note
Power outages can be a temporary slip in routine, but a little preparation goes a long way. Residents in the listed areas are advised to plan ahead, stay informed, and make the most of the day despite the disruption.
