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A planned power shutdown has been scheduled in parts of Chennai on Tuesday, 3 February 2026, as electricity authorities carry out essential maintenance work on power infrastructure. Residents and businesses in several localities; especially in the Guindy and IT Corridor areas; should expect temporary disruptions during the maintenance window.
Power Cut Timing
Date: Tuesday, 3 February 2026
Approximate Window: Morning to early afternoon (expected power suspension until around 2 PM, with supply restoration possible earlier if works are completed)
Areas Affected Today
According to the latest schedule, the following areas are likely to experience a temporary suspension of electricity supply:
Guindy
- Kannigapuram
- Agasthiyar Street
- Balaji Avenue
- Angalamman Koil 1st & 2nd Street
- Vandikaran Street
- (and surrounding localities)
IT Corridor & Surroundings
Includes major commercial and residential zones such as:
- Tidel Park, Taramani, Kanagam
- Periyar Nagar, Tiruvanmiyur
- Indira Nagar, MGR Nagar
- SRP Tools area, Velachery
- VSI Estate Phase-I
- 100 Feet Road
- Anna Nagar
- CSIR Road
- RMZ Millennium
- Kandanchavadi, CPT
- Ascendas, Gandhi Nagar
- Adyar
Why This Is Happening
Scheduled outages like this are part of routine maintenance and infrastructure strengthening work aimed at:
- Servicing and repairing power lines and equipment
- Improving reliability of electricity supply
- Reducing risk of unplanned outages later in the season
Authorities generally aim to restore supply before 2 PM if the maintenance is completed ahead of schedule.
Tips for Residents & Visitors
- Charge essential devices early in the morning
- Plan any power-dependent activities before or after the outage window
- Keep backup lighting handy
- If working from home, consider offline tasks or alternate power sources for uninterrupted work