According to Greater Kashmir, the Kashmir Power Distribution Corporation Limited (KPDCL) has issued a formal notification regarding a scheduled power shutdown in parts of Srinagar. The maintenance work is slated for July 28, 2026, and is necessary to facilitate essential upgrades to the electrical infrastructure.
The shutdown will specifically impact the 33 KV Alusteng-Zakura line. Residents and businesses located in Pandach, Khalmullah, Umerheir, Panchayat, Ahmadnagar, Pathan Colony, and Gulabagh, as well as their immediate surrounding areas, should prepare for a disruption in power supply between the hours of 08:00 AM and 02:00 PM.
Utility shutdowns of this nature are standard procedure for the KPDCL as they conduct routine maintenance and grid improvements across the Kashmir valley. Local authorities advise residents in the affected areas to plan their activities accordingly during the six-hour window of the outage. No further disruptions have been announced for the region at this time.
The report originates from a recognized regional news outlet, Greater Kashmir, which is a standard source for local utility announcements in the region. The information provided is specific, internally consistent, and pertains to routine infrastructure maintenance.
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Original report: Greater Kashmir