The Kashmir Power Distribution Corporation Limited (KPDCL) has announced a scheduled power shutdown for parts of Srinagar and Anantnag districts due to essential maintenance of 33KV transmission lines. The shutdown will take place on January 8, 10, 12, and 15, 2026, and will last for six hours daily, affecting power supply in key areas of both districts. This planned outage is aimed at stabilizing the power network, with specific timings and affected areas outlined below.
Key Highlights:
- Shutdown Dates: January 8, 10, 12 & 15, 2026
- Shutdown Timings:
- Srinagar Areas: 10:00 AM to 03:00 PM
- Anantnag Areas: 09:00 AM to 03:00 PM
- Affected Areas:
- Srinagar: Bemina, Fateh Kadal, Barbarshah, Bishembarnagar, Maisuma
- Anantnag: Ashajipora, Dialgam, Hazratbal, Malaknag, Brakpora, Doonipawa
- Reason for Shutdown: Maintenance of 33KV lines — Bemina-Fateh Kadal & Wanpoh-Ashajipora lines
Main News Report:
Srinagar: Central City Areas to Face Cuts
The Chief Engineer (Distribution) at KPDCL confirmed that the Bemina-Fateh Kadal and Bemina-Barbarshah 33KV transmission lines will undergo maintenance on January 8, 12, and 15, 2026. Consequently, power supply will be disrupted from 10:00 AM to 03:00 PM for several key areas in Srinagar. This includes localities like Mohalla Nowpora, Bohrikadal, BB Shah, Bishembarnagar, Gousia Hospital, and Naisarak, along with the Maisuma Car Parking area. Residents in these areas are advised to plan accordingly, as alternating power supply may be required during these times.
South Kashmir: Anantnag Shutdown Scheduled
The Anantnag district will experience power disruptions on January 8 and 10, 2026. The Wanpoh-Ashajipora and Wanpoh-Malaknag 33KV lines will undergo essential maintenance during this time. Power will be out from 09:00 AM to 03:00 PM, affecting localities such as Ashajipora, Dialgam, Malaknag, and Hazratbal, along with Brakpora, Doonipawa, and surrounding villages. This shutdown is expected to cause significant inconvenience, particularly in areas dependent on regular electricity supply for residential and commercial use.
Winter Woes: Cold Wave and Power Concerns
The Kashmir valley is currently experiencing an intense cold wave, with temperatures dropping significantly across the region. Gulmarg recorded a bone-chilling -8.8°C, while Srinagar hovered around -1.6°C. KPDCL has urged residents to use heating appliances judiciously during non-curtailment hours to avoid overloading the grid, which is under strain due to the ongoing winter conditions. The cold wave has also exacerbated power consumption, further challenging the distribution network.
Official Statements:
“Shutdown of 33KV Bemina-Fateh Kadal line will be observed on January 8, 12, & 15, 2026. Power supply will be affected in the listed areas from 10 AM to 3 PM.”
— Office of the Chief Engineer, Distribution, KPDCL
“Power will be suspended in Ashajipora, Dialgam, Malaknag, Hazratbal, Brakpora and adjoining areas due to essential maintenance work on 33KV Wanpoh-Ashajipora and Wanpoh-Malaknag lines on January 8 & 10, 2026.”
— District Administration, Anantnag
FAQs:
A: Areas including Bemina, Fateh Kadal, Barbarshah, Maisuma, and Bishembarnagar will face power cuts from 10 AM to 3 PM on Jan 8, 12 & 15.
A: No, the power supply in Anantnag (Ashajipora, Dialgam areas) will be suspended from 09:00 AM to 03:00 PM.
A: You can contact the KPDCL helpline at 1912 for queries regarding unscheduled cuts.
Transparency Note:
This advisory is based on the official curtailment schedule released by KPDCL on January 6, 2026. All details have been fact-checked using information provided by KPDCL and local media reports from Greater Kashmir and Rising Kashmir.
