Trichy Braces for Planned Power Interruption on Tuesday
The Tamil Nadu Generation and Distribution Corporation (Tangedco) has officially declared a scheduled power shutdown across numerous sections of Trichy this Tuesday. This planned outage is essential to conduct routine monthly maintenance operations at two critical electrical substations: the Main Guard Gate 33kV substation and the Kamarasampettai 110kV substation.
Timing and Duration of the Power Cut
The electricity supply will be deliberately suspended from 9:45 AM until 4:00 PM on Tuesday. Residents and businesses in the impacted zones are strongly advised to prepare for this temporary disruption by arranging backup power solutions if necessary and conserving battery life on essential devices.
Comprehensive List of Affected Localities
The power shutdown will encompass a wide array of urban and suburban areas within Trichy. Key locations that will experience the blackout include:
- Karur Bypass Road and Old Karur Road
- V N Nagar, Chinthamani, and Singarathoppu
- Salai Road and Ponmalai, along with adjacent neighborhoods
Additionally, the outage will extend to several villages and housing units on the city's outskirts, such as:
- Uraiyur Housing Unit and Nesavalar Colony
- Thiruthanthani Road and Maruthandakurichi
- Jeeyapuram and Thiruchendurai, plus surrounding rural areas
Impact on Water Supply and Official Statements
Tangedco authorities have explicitly confirmed that multiple water pumping stations will also be impacted during this shutdown period. This dual effect on both electricity and water services underscores the necessity for residents to store adequate water supplies in advance to mitigate inconvenience.
Officials emphasized that this maintenance work is a standard monthly procedure aimed at ensuring the long-term reliability and safety of the power infrastructure. They have apologized for any inconvenience caused and urged the public to cooperate during this essential servicing interval.
