Residents of Bhilai Township should brace for power outages from November 19 to November 23, 2024, as the Town Electrical Engineering Department of the Bhilai Steel Plant conducts its annual maintenance under the 2024-25 Maintenance Plan. Electricity supply will be interrupted between 10:00 AM and 1:30 PM in various areas over the next five days.

Purpose of the Maintenance

The scheduled maintenance aims to:

• Reduce system breakdowns.
• Enhance the efficiency of the power system.
• Ensure proper upkeep of the electrical infrastructure.

The work includes:

• Maintenance of substations, tapping points, DP systems, and overhead lines.
• Overhauling equipment.
• Tightening jumper connections.

Areas Affected by Power Outages

The planned outages will impact the following areas on specific dates:

• November 19: Ruabandha and Risali Sector.
• November 20: Director's Bungalow and Sector 9.
• November 21: One-third of Sector 6.
• November 22: Sector 1.
• November 23: Another one-third of Sector 6 and BMDC area.

Impact on Residents

The maintenance work is crucial for reducing power disruptions and improving system reliability in the long run. Residents are advised to plan their activities accordingly during the specified hours of power outage.

The Bhilai Steel Plant's Electrical Department appreciates the cooperation of residents as they work to enhance the township's power infrastructure.