IMPORTANTTamil Nadu

Power Shutdown in Nine Tamil Nadu Districts on October 15 for Maintenance

14 Oct 2026Updated 3 hr ago1 source

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The Tamil Nadu electricity board has announced scheduled power outages in nine districts, including Dharmapuri, Karur, Krishnagiri, Nagapattinam, Perambalur, Pudukkottai, Thanjavur, Tiruppur, and Vellore on October 15, 2026. According to officials, the suspension will begin at 9:00 AM to facilitate monthly maintenance works, including repairing technical faults and clearing tree branches near power lines.

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What happened

Scheduled power outages will take place in nine districts of Tamil Nadu on October 15, 2026, starting from 9:00 AM.

Why it matters

The shutdown is necessary for monthly grid maintenance, ensuring long-term stability and safety by clearing physical obstructions like tree branches near electricity lines.

What we know

  • The power suspension is scheduled for October 15, 2026, from 9:00 AM.
  • Affected regions cover areas within Dharmapuri, Karur, Krishnagiri, Nagapattinam, Perambalur, Pudukkottai, Thanjavur, Udumalaipettai, and Vellore districts.
  • The shutdown is for routine monthly maintenance and repair works.

What we don't know

  • The exact time when power restoration will be fully completed in each individual sub-station area.

What's next

The maintenance works will begin at 9:00 AM on October 15, 2026, and power will be restored after the completion of the tasks.

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