If you live in North West Delhi, get ready for a few days of power cuts. Starting from May 9 and continuing until May 12, several neighbourhoods will experience scheduled power outages. The electricity will be switched off daily from 10 AM to 6 PM. This isn’t a sudden problem, but a planned shutdown to help with a big road construction project happening in the area.
Why Is the Power Going Off?
The reason behind these power cuts is a major road project managed by the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI). They are building a new road spur that will connect the Bawana industrial area to the upcoming Sonipat bypass. To make this possible, Tata Power Delhi Distribution Limited (TPDDL) needs to replace the old overhead power lines with new underground cables. This upgrade is important for the city’s growth and will make the power supply more reliable in the long run.
Which Areas Will Be Affected?
The power cuts will impact several localities in North West Delhi. If you live or work in any of these areas, you should be prepared:
- Bankner
- Bawana JJ Colony
- Auchandi
- Daryapur Nangal
- Ghogha Village
- Barwala
- Holambi Kalan
- Bawana Village
These are the neighborhoods where the 66kV power circuits are being worked on. If you’re in these areas, plan your day knowing there might be no electricity for most of the daytime hours.
What Time Will the Power Be Off?
The scheduled shutdown will happen every day from May 9 to May 12. The power will go off at 10 in the morning and come back at 6 in the evening. That’s eight hours each day when you might not have electricity at home or at work.
What Should Residents Do?
If you live in any of the affected areas, it’s a good idea to get ready in advance. Here are some simple tips to help you manage during the power cuts:
- Charge your phones, laptops, and other devices before 10 AM.
- Keep your power banks ready for backup.
- Store enough drinking water, especially if your building uses electric pumps.
- Try to finish any important work that needs electricity before the shutdown begins.
- If you have children or elderly family members, make sure they are comfortable and safe during the outage.
- Plan meals that don’t need a lot of cooking or can be prepared ahead of time.
Tata Power Delhi Distribution Limited knows that power cuts can be tough, especially during the hot days of May. That’s why they have set up a contingency plan. This means they will try to reroute electricity through other circuits and use backup systems wherever possible. The goal is to keep the disruptions as short as possible and to make sure that essential services are not affected. However, some brief interruptions might still happen, so it’s best to be prepared.
While power cuts are never fun, this work will help make the area’s power supply better and safer in the future. Replacing overhead wires with underground cables means fewer chances of power failures during storms, less risk of accidents, and a more modern look for the city. The new road will also make travel easier and faster for everyone in North West Delhi.
If you want to know more about the timings or if you have any urgent needs, keep an eye on updates from Tata Power Delhi Distribution Limited. They may share more details if anything changes or if the work finishes ahead of schedule.
So, mark your calendars and get ready for a few days of adjustment. With a little planning, you can manage the power cuts smoothly and look forward to better roads and a stronger power supply in the days ahead.
