Attention, residents of Belagavi! A significant power outage is scheduled for Sunday, November 9, 2025, and it's a big deal. The Hubli Electricity Supply Company (HESCOM) is taking a bold step to ensure the reliability of our electrical infrastructure. But here's where it gets controversial: this planned outage will affect a wide range of areas, from residential neighborhoods to vital institutions.
The Impact of the Power Cut
The 110 kV Nehru Nagar substation, located in the heart of Belagavi, will undergo essential maintenance and repair work. This includes strengthening power lines and servicing critical equipment, ensuring a more stable and efficient power supply in the long run. However, this necessary work will temporarily disrupt power supply to the following areas:
- INDAL
- Kumar Swamy Layout
- Hanuman Nagar
- Shaydri Nagar
- KLE
- Indal
- Auto Nagar
- Vaibhav Nagar
- Mahantesh Nagar
- Shivaji Nagar
- Shivbasav Nagar
- ICMR
- Sadashiv Nagar
- Jinabakul
- Civil Hospital
- Visvesvaraya Nagar
- Subhash Nagar
- Nanawadi
- Hindwadi
- Tilakwadi
- SV Colony
- MES/Camp
- Shahpur
- Jakerihonda
- Kapileshwar
- Shree Nagar
- City feeder
- Maruti Galli
- Patil Galli
- Azad Nagar
- Fort Road
- shetti Galli
- Dharwad Road
- Mali Galli
- Shari Nagar
- Anjanneya Nagar
- Ashok Nagar
- Chennamma Circle
- Vadgaon (all feeders)
Additionally, on November 9 and 10, 2025, from 8 AM to 6 PM, the Vadgaon area will experience an extended outage. This includes Subhash Market, Vidya Nagar, Bhagya Nagar, and Yellur Road.
The Reason Behind the Outage
The power cut is a strategic move to enhance the reliability and efficiency of our electrical system. By conducting these maintenance activities, HESCOM aims to prevent future unexpected outages and ensure a more stable power supply for our community.
A Note for Residents
While this planned outage may cause temporary inconvenience, it is a necessary step towards a more reliable power infrastructure. It's important to plan ahead and ensure you have backup power sources or alternative arrangements for the affected hours.
And this is the part most people miss: these maintenance activities are a crucial aspect of keeping our city running smoothly. It's a reminder that behind the scenes, there are dedicated teams working hard to ensure our daily lives remain uninterrupted.
So, Belagavi, let's embrace this temporary inconvenience with a positive mindset, knowing it's for the greater good of our city's electrical health.
What are your thoughts on this planned outage? Do you think it's a necessary evil, or could there be better ways to manage maintenance without disrupting power supply? Share your opinions in the comments below!
