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On August 25, 2025, Tamil Nadu will face scheduled power outages across nearly 70 areas between 9 AM and 5 PM. The state capital, Chennai, is also impacted as authorities carry out maintenance work, leading to significant disruptions in daily activities.
Power Outage Areas in Chennai
Several parts of Chennai are currently affected by power cuts. In Tambaram, localities such as Thiruvengadam Nagar and Melandai Street are impacted. In Mudichur, outages have been reported in Ranga Nagar and Annaiindra Nagar. Likewise, residents of Bharathi Avenue and Chitra Avenue in Perungalathur, as well as Lakshmi Avenue and Mugaliakkam Main Road in Porur, are also experiencing disruptions.
Coimbatore Power Cut Information
Coimbatore is experiencing power outages until 4 PM, with several key areas affected. These include Burani Colony, Avarampalayam, Ganesh Nagar, and Kamadenu Nagar. Other impacted locations are Nava-India Road, Ganapathy Bus Stand, Siddhapudur, Pazhayur, P.N. Palayam, GKNM Hospital, Alamu Nagar, Ramakrishna Hospital, Kalyana Mandapam, Karayampalayam, Chinniyampalayam, Mylampatty, R.G. Pudur, Kaikolampalayam, Venkittapuram, Nallattipalayam, and Mettubavi.
Power Outages in Erode and Thanjavur
Erode will face power cuts until 5 PM, impacting areas such as Sipcot Perundurai, Bhavani Road, Silattanagar, and Karumandichellipalayam. Meanwhile, in Thanjavur, electricity supply will be disrupted from 9 AM to 3 PM, affecting Adirampattinam, Rajamadam, Poondi, and Saliyamangalam.
Advice for Managing Power Interruptions
The National Grid advises several measures to handle power outages efficiently. Keep flashlights and spare batteries handy, and ensure household members are familiar with their surroundings for quick access if needed. Fully charge mobile devices in advance and keep a power bank ready for emergencies.
To maintain food safety, avoid opening refrigerator doors frequently; a fully stocked freezer can preserve items for up to 48 hours if left closed. Plan simple meals that do not rely on electricity, as cooking appliances may not function during outages.
Switch off unattended appliances like cookers or grills to prevent hazards when electricity is restored, and unplug sensitive devices such as TVs and computers to protect them from potential power surges.
For those working remotely, enable auto-save features and save work frequently to minimize the risk of data loss. Since fuel stations may not operate during outages, it is advisable to keep vehicle fuel tanks at least half full.
Ensure that essential medical equipment has reliable battery backups and verify that stair lifts are equipped with manual release handles for safe use without electricity.
Though these scheduled power cuts may cause inconvenience, the ongoing maintenance aims to strengthen Tamil Nadu's power infrastructure and improve reliability in the long run.
