Power Shutdown Areas: Trichy residents should brace for significant disruptions on Tuesday, August 20, as the Tamil Nadu Generation and Distribution Corporation (Tangedco) has announced a power shutdown across various parts of the city and its suburbs. The outages are part of scheduled maintenance at key substations, including Kambarasampettai and Main Guard Gate, aimed at improving the reliability of the electricity supply.
Areas Affected by the Shutdown
The power shutdown will impact a wide range of areas within Trichy city and its suburbs from 9:45 am to 4:00 pm. The affected zones include:
- Central Trichy: Karur Bypass Road, VN Nagar, Chathiram Bus Stand, St. Joseph’s College
- North Trichy: Poosari Street, Chinthamani Bazaar, Odathurai, Anna Statue
- South Trichy: Nandhikoil Street, Andar Streets, Salai Road, Maris Theatre, Fort Station Road
- West Trichy: Singarathope, Vathukkara Street, Woraiyur, Housing Unit
- East Trichy: Keerakollai Street, Kura Street, Nawab Thottam, Nesavalar Colony
- Other Areas: Thiruthanthoni Road, Takkar Road, PVS Koil, Linga Nagar, Minnappan Street, Akilandeswari Nagar, Mangal Nagar, Santhosh Garden, Cholarajapuram, Kandan Street, Maruthandakurichi, Kambarasampettai, Malliyampathu, Allur, Jeeyapuram, Mutharasanallur, Thiruchendurai, Ponmalai Drinking Water Headworks, Sanjeevi Nagar, Devathanam, Sankara Pillai Road, Sarkarpalayam, Ariyamangalam, Panayakurichi, Vengur, and Thogur.
In addition to the city-wide outages, the Manapparai division will also experience a separate power shutdown from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm due to monthly maintenance at the Manapparai substation. This will affect Manapparai town, Vadugapatti TNHB Complex, and over 70 surrounding villages.
Purpose of the Shutdown
The scheduled maintenance at Kambarasampettai and Main Guard Gate substations is crucial for ensuring the continued reliability and efficiency of the power supply system. Regular maintenance work is essential to prevent unexpected outages and to improve service quality. However, it also requires a temporary suspension of electricity to facilitate the necessary upgrades and repairs.
What Residents Need to Know
Residents are advised to plan accordingly for the power outages. This includes preparing for potential disruptions to daily routines, such as cooking, working from home, or managing medical equipment that relies on electricity.
For any complaints or issues related to the power shutdown, consumers can reach out to the toll-free helpline at 94987-94987. Tangedco officials will be available to address concerns and provide assistance during the maintenance period.
Looking Ahead
While the temporary inconvenience of power outages can be disruptive, the long-term benefits of improved infrastructure and more reliable electricity service are significant. Tangedco’s commitment to maintaining and upgrading its facilities aims to ensure a more stable and efficient power supply for Trichy’s growing population.
