Press Release
Press Release from Power Department
Information & Public Relations Department
Gangtok, 12th May 2026
The general public is hereby informed that a shutdown of the 11 kV IBP Local Feeder has been scheduled on 13th May 2026 from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM for urgent maintenance works at the Baripipal Sub-Station.
The maintenance activities include refilling of oil in the 315 kVA transformer, replacement of damaged GO and DO sets, and strengthening of four electric poles to improve reliability and safety of the distribution network.
The areas likely to be affected during the shutdown period include Sichey Co-operative, Baripipal, Police Bandak, Middle Sichey, Ranka Fatak and adjoining areas, including Sichey School surroundings.
All consumers are requested to bear with the temporary inconvenience caused during the maintenance period. The inconvenience caused is highly regretted.
The general public is hereby informed that a shutdown of the 11 kV IBP Local Feeder has been scheduled on 13th May 2026 from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM for urgent maintenance works at the Baripipal Sub-Station.
The maintenance activities include refilling of oil in the 315 kVA transformer, replacement of damaged GO and DO sets, and strengthening of four electric poles to improve reliability and safety of the distribution network.
The areas likely to be affected during the shutdown period include Sichey Co-operative, Baripipal, Police Bandak, Middle Sichey, Ranka Fatak and adjoining areas, including Sichey School surroundings.
All consumers are requested to bear with the temporary inconvenience caused during the maintenance period. The inconvenience caused is highly regretted.
