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BESCOM's regular maintenance work may lead to temporary power cuts in several parts of Bengaluru this weekend. These outages usually happen in areas that often experience scheduled shutdowns during infrastructure improvement work.
Power Cut in Bengaluru This Weekend
Although BESCOM has not released an official, city-wide power cut list specifically for this weekend, past maintenance trends and recent alerts suggest that some neighbourhoods in East and South Bengaluru could be affected. Power interruptions generally take place between 10 am and 4 pm. Weekend maintenance is planned mainly to reduce inconvenience to offices and business areas. During this time, BESCOM carries out essential work such as upgrading transformers, replacing old cables, and conducting safety checks. While this may cause short-term inconvenience, it helps ensure a better and more stable power supply in the long run.
List of Areas to be Affected in Bengaluru
Areas that may experience power interruptions include Bommanahalli, HSR Layout, Kudlu, Jakkasandra, Bellandur, areas around Sarjapur Road, Marathahalli, parts of Whitefield, KR Puram, Mahadevapura, Banaswadi, and Horamavu. In most cases, power cuts in these locations last for a few hours during the day. However, the exact timing may change depending on the type of work and weather conditions.
Advisory for Residents
Residents living in these areas are advised to be prepared. Charging mobile phones, laptops, and power banks in advance is a good idea. People working from home should also keep a backup plan ready, such as working from a nearby café with reliable Wi-Fi.
Small business owners and shift workers can avoid last-minute trouble by checking BESCOM's official outage updates or contacting their local BESCOM office by Friday evening.
It is important to note that not all listed areas will definitely face a power cut. Some places may only see brief interruptions. Still, being prepared is better than being caught off guard, especially during the afternoon hours. After all, weekends in Bengaluru are meant for relaxing, not searching for candles in the dark. A quick power check before the weekend can save a lot of trouble.
