JESCOM’s city operations division has announced a planned power interruption in parts of Raichur on 3 January to allow teams to carry out essential conductor repair works. The outage will begin at 10:30am and is scheduled to continue until 5:00pm, allowing crews to complete the maintenance safely and minimise the risk of unplanned faults later.
Raichur power cut affected areas and timings
The scheduled Raichur power cut will affect several neighbourhoods along Rampur Road and surrounding localities. Specifically, the outage will cover the stretch from Banashankari Rotti Kendra to Maremm Gudi on Rampur Road; the section from Maremm Gudi on Rampur Road up to the Vigilance Office area, including residences such as the home of Deepak; and the vicinity around Subramanya Temple in Bellam Colony.
Authorities have said the interruption will start at 10:30am and end at 5:00pm on 3 January. The work involves repairing and reconductoring distribution lines, a task that requires de-energising sections of the network to ensure the safety of maintenance personnel and the integrity of the repairs.
Why the work is necessary and what to expect
The city division of JESCOM framed the operation as preventive and corrective maintenance. By replacing or repairing ageing or damaged conductors now, the utility aims to reduce the likelihood of sudden outages and improve the reliability of supply in the affected localities. While residents will be without power for most of the day, the repair work should curb recurring faults and interruptions when completed.
During the outage, householders should take sensible precautions: switch off and unplug sensitive electrical appliances to avoid damage when power returns, keep refrigerators and freezers closed to preserve temperature, and plan any essential activities that require electricity either before or after the scheduled window. Businesses that rely on uninterrupted power should make alternative arrangements or inform customers about possible disruption.
Contact details and further information
JESCOM’s assistant executive engineer for the city operations division issued the notice and encouraged residents to contact the utility for further details or clarifications. The phone numbers provided are 08532-226386, 08532-231999, 9480845955 and 9448395624. Citizens are advised to use these lines for updates and to report any emergencies related to electrical infrastructure.
Planned outages such as this one are common when utilities survey and rectify faults or carry out upgrades on distribution networks. While inconvenient in the short term, the maintenance is part of routine steps taken to ensure a safer and more stable electricity supply across Raichur’s urban areas.
Key Takeaways:
- JESCOM will carry out conductor repair work resulting in a planned Raichur power cut on 3 January from 10:30am to 5:00pm.
- Areas affected include the stretch from Banashankari Rotti Kendra to Maremm Gudi on Rampur Road, the route to the Vigilance Office, and Bellam Colony near Subramanya Temple.
- Residents and businesses are advised to plan for the outage and may contact JESCOM at 08532-226386, 08532-231999, 9480845955 or 9448395624 for details.
