Bengaluru, October 29, 2026: More than 50 localities in Bengaluru may experience scheduled electricity interruptions on Saturday, October 31, due to maintenance work by Bangalore Electricity Supply Company Limited (BESCOM), according to a report published on Thursday.
The interruptions are linked to planned work on the electricity network. However, the exact shutdown window may vary by locality and feeder, and a complete area-wise list should be checked before residents rely on a particular time.
What residents can do
- Check BESCOM’s official channels or your local subdivision for the latest locality-wise timing.
- Charge phones, laptops and power banks in advance.
- Plan around the interruption if you rely on electric pumps, lifts or home medical equipment.
- Keep refrigerators closed as much as possible during a short outage.
- Do not approach fallen wires or electrical equipment; report hazards to the relevant authorities.
Why maintenance shutdowns are scheduled
Utilities may temporarily switch off supply while carrying out repairs, replacing cables, servicing transformers or improving network reliability. A planned interruption is intended to allow crews to work safely, though the duration can change if field conditions require additional work.
How to confirm your area
Because shutdown plans can be revised, residents should not assume that every locality mentioned in an early report will be affected for the same number of hours. Confirm the latest schedule with BESCOM before making arrangements for work, study or household needs.
Source and further reading
Read Vijay Karnataka’s report on the October 31 outage. For authoritative updates, check BESCOM’s official website.
