Chennai residents should prepare for a scheduled power cut today, January 29, 2026, as the Tamil Nadu Generation and Distribution Corporation (TANGEDCO) will conduct essential maintenance work. The power outages will affect more than 70 locations across the city, with electricity supply interrupted for approximately five hours.
Chennai Power Cut: Timings
The power cut is set to occur from 9 AM to 2 PM IST. TANGEDCO has announced that this maintenance is crucial for ensuring a reliable electricity supply throughout Chennai. The routine checks will include servicing lines and inspecting transformers, which are vital for preventing unexpected outages in the future.
Chennai Power Cut: Affected Areas
Numerous localities will experience the outage, with significant impacts in Madhavaram and Vadaperumbakkam. The following areas will be affected during the maintenance window:
Madhavaram:
- Ganapathi Siva Nagar
- Shastri Nagar
- Madurai Manavalan Nagar
- Mohan Nagar
- Munusamy Nagar
- Raghavendra Nagar
- Kulapamkulam
- Vishnu Nagar
- Ambal Nagar
Vadaperumbakkam:
- Kanniamman Nagar
- Vedhachalam Nagar
- Chelliamman Nagar
- Sabari Nagar
- Samvel Nagar
- Perumal Kovil Street
- Balaji Nagar
- Lourd Garden
- Thanikachalam Nagar
- Thirumalai Nagar
- Kistammal Nagar
- KVT Township
In addition to these areas, around 50 locations in Sembiam and Ayapakkam will also face power interruptions. Residents in these localities are advised to plan accordingly to mitigate the impact of the outage.
Advisory for Residents
Residents are advised to take proactive measures during the power cut. Here’s what they should do:
- Charge essential devices such as phones and laptops before power cut
- Schedule energy-intensive tasks outside the outage window
- Prepare offline work if you are working remotely
- Identify local cafés or accommodations with backup power sources
- Keep emergency contact numbers handy, including TANGEDCO’s local office
This power cut is part of TANGEDCO’s ongoing efforts to improve infrastructure and ensure the stability of the electricity supply in Chennai. Regular maintenance helps avoid sudden breakdowns and enhances service reliability, which is vital for residents and businesses alike.
