Archive · 19 Dec 2025
Bengaluru Faces Extended Power Outages
Bengaluru is having some big power cuts that will last for 12 hours each day on December 18 and 19.
This is because the electricity company, BESCOM, needs to fix and upgrade some important parts of the power system.
Many areas in west Bengaluru, like Byadarahalli, will be affected.
The power will be off from 10 am to 10 pm.
BESCOM says the power might come back earlier in some places, but it might take longer in others.
They are telling everyone to plan ahead, like storing water and charging phones, because the power cuts might make daily life a bit harder.
If you have any problems or need updates, you can call BESCOM's helpline numbers for your area.
Bengaluru will experience extended power outages on December 18 and 19 due to emergency maintenance and capacity upgrades by BESCOM.
The outages will last for 12 hours each day, from 10 am to 10 pm, affecting multiple areas in west Bengaluru, including Byadarahalli and surrounding localities.
Residents are advised to plan ahead, store water, charge essential devices, and avoid using heavy electrical appliances immediately after power is restored.
Apartment associations and small businesses are encouraged to arrange backup power solutions and reschedule high-load activities outside the outage window.
BESCOM has provided zone-wise helpline numbers for residents to seek updates or raise complaints.
- Who
- Bangalore Electricity Supply Company (BESCOM) and residents of west Bengaluru
- What
- Extended power outages due to maintenance and capacity upgrades
- When
- December 18-19, from 10 am to 10 pm
- Where
- Multiple areas in west Bengaluru, including Byadarahalli and surrounding localities
- Why
- Emergency maintenance and capacity upgradation work at the Byadarahalli Power Distribution Centre
Residents
BESCOM
Outage Duration
Residents
Residents are concerned about the extended 12-hour outage affecting daily routines.
BESCOM
BESCOM states the outage is necessary for essential maintenance and capacity upgrades.
Impact on Daily Life
Residents
Residents highlight disruptions in water supply, cooking, remote work, and lift operations.
BESCOM
BESCOM advises residents to plan ahead and use backup solutions to mitigate impacts.
- Date
- December 18-19
- Time
- 10 am to 10 pm
- Duration
- 12 hours
- Affected Areas
- Multiple areas in west Bengaluru, including Byadarahalli and surrounding localities
- Reason
- Emergency maintenance and capacity upgradation work
- Helpline Numbers
- South Zone – 8277884011, West Zone – 8277884012, East Zone – 8277884013, North Zone – 8277884014
