Shivajinagar and Deccan to Experience Power Cuts on February 6 for Metro Work
Pune: Residents of Shivajinagar, Deccan, and nearby areas will face a scheduled power outage on Thursday, February 6, between 8 AM and 4 PM. The Maharashtra State Electricity Transmission Company Limited (MSETCL) has announced that the electricity supply will be temporarily shut due to essential work on 132 KV underground power lines for the Pune Metro Line-3 project and high-voltage power lines maintenance.
Reason for the Power Outage
As part of the Shivajinagar-Hinjewadi Metro construction, MSETCL is working on high-voltage underground power lines. To facilitate this, the power supply to three major substations—Ganeshkhind, Chinchwad, and GKRS Kothrud—will be turned off. This shutdown will also impact several Mahavitaran substations, leading to temporary power cuts across multiple locations in Pune.
Areas Affected by Power Cuts
Shivajinagar & Deccan:
- Jangli Maharaj Road
- Ghole Road
- Fergusson College Road (FC Road)
- Apte Road
- Modern College
- Pulachi Wadi
- District Court
- Kamgar Putla
- Sancheti Hospital
Aundh & Nearby Areas:
- Siddharthnagar
- Parihar Chowk
- Bremen Chowk
- Sanghvi Road
- Thorat Chowk
- Om Super Market
Model Colony & Surrounding Localities:
- Deep Bungalow Area
- Wadarwadi
- Gokhalenagar
- Vetalbaba Chowk
- Mangalwadi
- Senapati Bapat Road
- Chafekar Nagar
- Range Hills Road
- Kakade Mall
Other Impacted Areas:
- Ganeshkhind
- Narayan Peth
- Kumthekar Road
- Laxmi Road
- Khairewadi
- Ashoknagar
- Shirole Road
- Modibag
- Chavannagar
- Sutardara
- Shivtirthnagar
Alternative Arrangements for Residents
MSETCL has advised residents and business establishments in the affected areas to plan their day accordingly. It is recommended to charge essential devices, store water, and complete electrical work before the scheduled outage. Emergency services and hospitals in the area are expected to have backup power arrangements.
Conclusion
The temporary power cut is a necessary step to ensure smooth progress in the Pune Metro Line-3 construction. While it may cause inconvenience, the long-term benefits of improved infrastructure will enhance the city’s connectivity. Residents are urged to cooperate and prepare for the outage in advance.
