SRINAGAR:Power Cut in Jammu & Kashmir Today; Thousands of households across Jammu and Kashmir will experience scheduled power interruptions this week as the Kashmir and Jammu Power Distribution Corporations (KPDCL/JPDCL) conduct essential maintenance work and branch cutting operations.
Kashmir Division Shutdown – October 15
The 190 MVA, 132/33 KV Grid Station Wanpoh will be completely shut down on Wednesday, October 15, 2025, from 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM, affecting these areas:
Affected Areas in South Kashmir:
- Ashajipora, Dialgam, Janglatmandi, Brakpora
- Malaknag, Quimoh, Redwani, Harnag
- Nai Basti, Sarnal, Anchidora, Akora
- Veeri, Shamsipora, Zirpora, Chinniwudder
- SICOP Mirbazar, Vessu, Qazigund
- Tunnel Railway, Chowgam, Kund
Khunmoh Area Correction:
KPDCL clarified that the 33 KV Khunmoh SIDCO-II line shutdown will affect Industrial Area Khunmoh and adjoining localities – not BB Cant as previously mentioned.
Jammu Division Shutdowns – October 12
Multiple districts in Jammu region will face power disruptions today for maintenance works:
District-wise Schedule:
| District/Area | Date | Timing | Affected Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ramban, Gool, Sanghaldan | Oct 12 | 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM | Full district coverage |
| Doda District | Oct 12 | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM | Major parts of district |
| Premnagar, Thathri | Oct 12 | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Dhara, Changa, Gandoh, Bhatyas |
| Bhaderwah Town | Oct 12 | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Town and adjoining areas |
| Industrial Areas | Oct 12 | 7:00 AM – 12:00 PM | IIDC Govindsar, Logate Industry, Sahar, Kumri Kathera |
| Ghagwal Area | Oct 12 | 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM | Rajpura, Sherpur, Nichla, Koota, Saida, Surara |
| Rajouri Areas | Oct 12 | 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM | Lamberi, Bagnoti, Narian, Nowshera, Darhal |
| Jammu City | Oct 12 | 7:00 AM – 1:00 PM | Raj Bhawan, Panjthirthi, Kachi Chawni, Karan Nagar |
| Reasi Town | Oct 12 | 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Gadal, Vijaypur, Nai Basti, Seela, Shiv Nagar |
Important Information for Consumers
Why This Shutdown?
The power corporations are conducting:
- Branch cutting near power lines
- Routine preventive maintenance
- System reliability improvements
Official Advice:
- Plan accordingly for the outage periods
- Keep necessary devices charged
- Cooperate with maintenance teams
- Note: Emergency services may have backup power
Contact Information
For emergencies or clarification, contact:
- KPDCL Helpline: [Add KPDCL contact numbers]
- JPDCL Helpline: [Add JPDCL contact numbers]
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How long will the power cut last?
A: Depending on your area, outages will last between 4-8 hours as per the schedule above.
Q: Is this affecting both Jammu and Kashmir divisions?
A: Yes, multiple districts in both divisions are affected on different dates.
Q: What should I do during the power cut?
A: Keep phones charged, avoid opening refrigerators frequently, and use alternative lighting safely.
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Published By: Times of Kashmir News Desk
Last Updated: October 12, 2025 | 02:30 PM IST