Chennai Power Shutdown on 31 January 2026: Comprehensive Area Breakdown
A major power shutdown is scheduled across 5 zones in Chennai on 31 January 2026, affecting over 59 neighborhoods and surrounding areas. TANGEDCO (Tamil Nadu Generation and Distribution Corporation) announces this planned maintenance to upgrade infrastructure and electrical systems across South and North Chennai regions.
This extensive shutdown impacts residential areas, commercial zones, and suburban localities spanning from Ramapuram in the south to Puzhal and Alamathy in the north. Residents are advised to prepare accordingly and check if their specific locality falls within the affected zones.
Ramapuram Zone: 16 Affected Neighborhoods
The Ramapuram division will experience power cuts affecting a total of 16 localities:
- Manapakkam
- Mugalivakkam
- Kolapakkam
- Jai Balaji Nagar
- Venkateswara Nagar
- Valluvar Salai
- Kothari Nagar
- Mount Poonamallee Salai
- Krishnaveni Nagar
- CRR Puram
- Ramamurthy Avenue
- Maxworth Nagar
- AGS Colony
- IPS Colony
- Ambedkar Nagar
- MGR Nagar
All these areas will be impacted by the scheduled maintenance work planned for the entire Ramapuram division.
Thirumullaivoyal Zone: 8 Affected Areas
Residents in the Thirumullaivoyal region should note power disruption across 8 neighborhoods:
- Pothur
- Pokkisham Boomi Nagar
- Kannadapalayam
- Siva Garden
- Chelli Amman Nagar
- Lakshmi Nagar
- RKJ Valli Vel Nagar
- Thai Nagar
This zone covers urban and semi-urban localities requiring significant electrical grid maintenance.
Ponneri Zone: 12+ Affected Neighborhoods & Surrounding Areas
The Ponneri division includes extensive coverage with 12+ major localities and surrounding areas:
- Thervoykandigai and Sipcot
- Gopal Reddy Kandigai
- Pollanur
- Puthunagar
- Karadiputhur
- Buthur
- N.M. Kandigai
- Kannankottai
- Panchallai
- Amarambedu
- Agragaram
- Thanipoondi
- Periyapuliyur Siruvada and surrounding areas
The Ponneri zone represents a significant portion of the affected regions, including rural and developing suburban areas.
Puzhal Zone: 9 Affected Localities
Puzhal division residents will face power disruption across 9 neighborhoods:
- Sendrampakkam
- Theeyabakkam
- Kosapur
- Thiyagaivivadhasi Nagar
- Kanam Palaiyam
- Venkateshwara Nagar
- A V Tiles
- Periyar Nagar
- Nagathamman Kovil
This zone encompasses both residential and industrial areas requiring maintenance.
Alamathy Zone: 14+ Affected Areas
The Alamathy division covers the largest concentration of affected neighborhoods with 14+ localities and surrounding areas:
- Kilkondaiyur
- Arakkampakkam
- Karlapakkam
- Thamaraipakkam
- Kathavur
- Velachery
- Pondeswaram
- Karanai
- Pudhukuppam
- Vaniyan Chathiram
- Ayilacherry
- Guruvoyil
- Poochiyathipedu
- Koduvalli and surrounding road areas including:
- Redhills Road
- Palpannai Road
- Vel Tech Road
- Kollumedu Road
Alamathy zone covers extensive suburban and developing areas with significant infrastructure.
Expected Impact and Affected Residents
This comprehensive shutdown will impact approximately 100,000+ residents across 5 zones spanning South Chennai through North Chennai regions. The maintenance work is critical for:
- Infrastructure upgrades
- Electrical grid modernization
- Preventive maintenance
- System reliability improvements
What You Should Do
Prepare Before the Shutdown:
- Charge all devices - Mobile phones, laptops, power banks
- Stock water - Water pumps will be non-functional during the outage
- Arrange food - Prepare meals in advance or order takeaway before the cutoff
- Plan activities - Schedule essential work/appointments on different dates
- Check your area - Verify your locality in the listed zones above
During the Shutdown:
- Avoid unnecessary travel
- Keep doors and windows open for ventilation
- Stay hydrated
- Use alternative lighting if needed
Official TANGEDCO Information
This power shutdown is an official TANGEDCO planned maintenance. For updates or complaints, residents can:
- Call TANGEDCO Customer Service
- Visit official TANGEDCO website
- Contact local area electrical office
- Check updated schedules if timing changes
Stay Connected
Keep checking this page for any last-minute updates or timing changes. TANGEDCO may adjust schedules based on weather or operational requirements.
Affected Zones Summary:
- ✅ Ramapuram: 16 neighborhoods
- ✅ Thirumullaivoyal: 8 areas
- ✅ Ponneri: 12+ localities
- ✅ Puzhal: 9 neighborhoods
- ✅ Alamathy: 14+ areas
- Total: 59+ affected areas across South & North Chennai
Make the necessary preparations today to ensure your family’s comfort and convenience during this planned maintenance shutdown.