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Chennai residents are bracing for a scheduled power outage on Monday, September 8, as the Tamil Nadu Generation and Distribution Corporation (TANGEDCO) undertakes essential maintenance work across multiple zones. The five-hour disruption, set to begin at 9 am and continue until 2 pm, will affect both residential and commercial areas, prompting authorities to urge citizens to plan ahead and minimize inconvenience.
Here’s a detailed look at the areas impacted, the reasons behind the shutdown, and how residents can prepare.
Maintenance Alert: What You Need To Know
• The power cut is part of TANGEDCO’s routine infrastructure upgrade and preventive maintenance program.
• Supply will be suspended in select pockets of Adyar, Ambattur, Red Hills, Tiruvanmiyur, and Teynampet.
• Officials have assured that electricity may be restored earlier than scheduled if work is completed ahead of time.
Adyar Zone: Coastal Calm Disrupted
Residents in Adyar will face outages across several streets and avenues, including:
• Srinivasa Moorthy Avenue
• LB Road and Thiruvengadam Street
• 1st Cross Street KB Nagar and Anna Avenue
• Loganatha Chetty Garden and Balram Road
• Kanniamma Garden and Canal Bank Road
• Gandhi Nagar Main Road and Canal Cross Road
This region, known for its educational institutions and tech hubs, is advised to complete digital tasks and charge devices in advance.
Ambattur And Red Hills: Industrial And Suburban Impact
In Ambattur and Red Hills, the following areas will be affected:
• Adayalampet and Millennium Town Phases I to III
• Padasalai Street and Kambar Nagar (I to IV)
• CASA Grand, KG, Kulakarai Street, Vanagaram Road
• TT Mathew Road and the 200 Feet Service Road
• Sothuperumbedu, Kumaran Nagar, Sengalamman Nagar
• Vijayanallur, Siruniyam, Parthasarathi Nagar, Vijaya Garden
These zones include a mix of residential colonies and industrial estates, making the outage particularly disruptive for small businesses and manufacturing units.
Tiruvanmiyur: Urban Pockets On Pause
Tiruvanmiyur, a bustling neighborhood with high-rise apartments and commercial complexes, will see outages in:
• Indira Nagar Cross Streets 17 to 20 and 25 to 29
• Indira Nagar Main Road
• Corporation Shopping Complex and LB Road
• Ananth Apartments and surrounding lanes
Residents are advised to store drinking water and avoid frequent refrigerator access to preserve food quality during the outage.
Teynampet: VIP Zone Goes Dark
Teynampet, home to several government offices and high-profile residences, will experience power cuts across:
• Poes Garden, TV Salai, Jayammal Road, Elango Salai
• Rajakrishna Road, Eldams Road, Periyar Salai
• Kamarajar Salai, Seethammal Colony, KB Dassan Road
• Bharathiyar Street, Bakthavatchalam Street, Appadurai Street
• TTK Road, Cathedral Road, JJ Road, KR Road
• George Avenue, SSI Road, HD Raja Street, ARK Colony
• Anna Salai, Venus Colony, Murrays Gate Road
This area’s outage may affect administrative operations and high-security zones, prompting backup power arrangements.
Precautionary Measures For Residents
TANGEDCO has issued guidelines to help residents manage the outage smoothly:
• Charge mobile phones, laptops, and emergency lights before 9 am
• Disconnect sensitive appliances like TVs and computers to avoid damage from voltage fluctuations
• Store adequate drinking water and minimize use of electric water purifiers
• Keep refrigerator doors closed to maintain internal temperature
• Schedule work-from-home tasks and online meetings outside the outage window
Looking Ahead: Infrastructure Upgrades In Progress
While the power cut may cause temporary inconvenience, officials emphasize that these maintenance drives are crucial for long-term service reliability. The upgrades aim to strengthen Chennai’s electricity grid and reduce the risk of unplanned outages during the upcoming festive season.
Sources: MSN News, The Daily Jagran, Native Planet.
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