India: Power cuts scheduled in Chennai February 21

Event

The Tamil Nadu state utility company is planning power cuts in several areas of Chennai (Tamil Nadu state) on Thursday, February 21, from 09:00 to 17:00 (local time) for maintenance work. Officials indicate the areas impacted by the electricity suspension include Thiruvanmiyur and Indira Nagar, Neelankarai, Adyar Gandhi Nagar, Kottivakkam, Besant Nagar, Alwarthirunagar, and Velacheri. Associated demonstrations cannot be ruled out.

Advice

Individuals in Chennai are advised to keep battery-operated devices fully charged whenever possible. In addition, individuals are advised to be cautious when driving or crossing streets if traffic signals are not functioning.