Puttur, August 8, 2025: The Mangalore Electricity Supply Company (MESCOM) has informed residents of Puttur and nearby localities to prepare for an upcoming power cut on the 9th of August. The outage, planned from 10:00 AM until 5:00 PM on that Saturday, is a necessary measure to facilitate critical maintenance activities on the Darbe and Mukrampady feeders. These feeders are linked to the 110/33/11 kV Puttur Electricity Station and the 33/11 kV Campco Substation, which are vital components of the local power infrastructure. The company has made this announcement to ensure that residents are aware and can make the appropriate adjustments in their plans for the affected period.
The affected areas include the Puttur Municipal area (specifically Puttur town), as well as Kemminje and Aryapu villages. In these locations, individuals who depend on these feeders will encounter a brief interruption in their electricity supply. MESCOM kindly requests residents to be understanding and prepare alternative power solutions to mitigate any potential disruptions during the predefined seven-hour period.
This scheduled power outage is a component of MESCOM's persistent initiatives to guarantee the dependability and security of the electricity distribution system. The organization has underscored the importance of this maintenance, stating that it is imperative to avert unforeseen interruptions in the future. It is recommended for residents to keep informed about any potential modifications to the outage timeline by checking MESCOM's official online platform or tuning in to local broadcasts.