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Residents in parts of Chennai should plan their Sunday in advance as the Tamil Nadu Electricity Distribution Corporation (TNPDCL/TANGEDCO) has announced a scheduled power shutdown on June 7, 2026, to facilitate maintenance work.
According to the notification, power supply will remain suspended from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM, with restoration expected earlier if maintenance works are completed ahead of schedule.
Chennai Power Shutdown Timing
- Date: Sunday, June 7, 2026
- Time: 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM
- Reason: Scheduled maintenance work by the Electricity Board
- Restoration: Supply may resume before 2 PM if work is completed early
Residents are advised to charge essential devices, plan household activities and make alternate arrangements where necessary.
Areas Affected Under Ponneri Region
The announced shutdown will affect selected localities in the Ponneri region.
Power outage areas include:
- Velodai
- Vairavan Kuppam
- Ekkilmedu
- Eliyambedu
- Periya Kavanam
- Mahindra City
- Krishnapuram
- Kanagambakkam
What Residents Should Keep in Mind
- With the outage scheduled during daytime hours, residents may consider:
- Charging phones, laptops and power banks in advance
- Storing sufficient drinking water if dependent on motor supply
- Planning work-from-home schedules accordingly
- Keeping backup lighting ready if required
The electricity board has indicated that power supply will be restored immediately after maintenance activities are completed, and affected residents are advised to follow local updates for any changes.