STELCO to Conduct Hour-Long Rolling Blackouts for Grid Maintenance

The State Electric Company Limited (STELCO) will conduct an essential, scheduled maintenance shutdown at its Hulhumalé power plant tomorrow morning, resulting in temporary power outages across parts...

Mohamed Hilmy

22 August 2025, 05:00

The maintenance work on the 50 MW plant is scheduled between 6:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

During this four-hour window, different areas in Malé and Hulhumalé will experience a power outage for approximately one hour each. STELCO has confirmed that residents will receive an SMS notification with the specific timing for their area, allowing them to plan for the brief interruption.

The utility company has assured that the power cuts will not affect critical infrastructure such as hospitals and other vital services. Crews will also work to complete the maintenance ahead of schedule to restore power as quickly as possible.

STELCO stated that this preventive maintenance is a strategic step to strengthen the grid and ensure a more reliable electricity supply, helping to avert potential future issues. The company apologized for any inconvenience caused and reiterated its commitment to providing a secure and dependable energy supply.

STELCO to Conduct Hour-Long Rolling Blackouts for Grid Maintenance

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