Power demand reaches record high of 250 GW
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Power demand reaches record high of 250 GW

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: As mercury touches new highs in the vast swathes of the country, power demand has grown significantly and hit a record high of 250 GW on Thursday. On May 30, 2024, northern region achieved a record demand met, reaching an all-time high of 86.7 GW, while the western region also touched its maximum demand met of 74.8 GW as on. In south, Tamil Nadu saw a maximum peak of 19 GW, and Karnataka saw 11 GW power demand. The ministry initially estimated a peak demand of 236 GW for the financial year, but later revised it upwards to 260 GW.

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India likely to add 150 million room ACs by 2035 amid rising temperatures: Study
8 hours, 45 minutes ago

India likely to add 150 million room ACs by 2035 amid rising temperatures: Study

Live Mint  

New Delhi, Mar 26 India is expected to add 130-150 million new room air conditioners over the next decade which could increase the country's peak power demand by more than 180 gigawatts by 2035, straining the power system, according to a new study published on Wednesday. Without policy intervention, ACs alone could drive 120 GW of peak power demand by …

India To Face 9-10% Power Demand Increase In 2025 Amid Rising Temperatures, Say Experts
Top News
1 day, 7 hours ago

India To Face 9-10% Power Demand Increase In 2025 Amid Rising Temperatures, Say Experts

ABP News  

India should prepare for a nine to 10 per cent growth in peak electricity demand this summer with the country expected to experience more heatwaves, experts have warned. Last year, the all-India peak electricity demand crossed 250 gigawatts on May 30, which was 6.3 per cent higher than projections. "India must now brace for extended heatwaves and a peak electricity …

Heat, growth and power: The forces driving India’s energy surge
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1 day, 13 hours ago

Heat, growth and power: The forces driving India’s energy surge

Firstpost  

As India’s economy expands and climate change intensifies, the nation’s energy demand is soaring driven by rising electrification, record-breaking heatwaves and a shifting power mix Global energy demand surged at an accelerated pace in 2024 with India playing a significant role in this trend. The International Energy Agency reported a 2.2 per cent increase in global energy demand surpassing the …

India must brace for 9-10% power demand surge in 2025 amid rising temperatures
1 day, 15 hours ago

India must brace for 9-10% power demand surge in 2025 amid rising temperatures

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: India should prepare for a nine to 10 per cent growth in peak electricity demand this summer with the country expected to experience more heatwaves, experts have warned.Last year, the all-India peak electricity demand crossed 250 gigawatts on May 30, which was 6.3 per cent higher than projections. In the summer of 2024, room air conditioner sales surged …

India must brace for 9-10% power demand surge in 2025 amid rising temperatures, warn experts
Top News
1 day, 15 hours ago

India must brace for 9-10% power demand surge in 2025 amid rising temperatures, warn experts

Live Mint  

New Delhi, India should prepare for a nine to 10 per cent growth in peak electricity demand this summer with the country expected to experience more heatwaves, experts have warned. Last year, the all-India peak electricity demand crossed 250 gigawatts on May 30, which was 6.3 per cent higher than projections. "India must now brace for extended heatwaves and a …

Telangana records highest ever peak load of 17,162 MW
6 days, 3 hours ago

Telangana records highest ever peak load of 17,162 MW

The Hindu  

HYDERABAD Telangana has become the third State in the South after Tamil Nadu and Karnataka to handle the peak load of over 17,000 megawatt, when the State clocked peak load of 17,162 MW at 4.39 p.m. on Thursday. According to Deputy Chief Minister M. Bhatti Vikramarka, who handles the portfolio of energy too, the highest peak load recorded in 2023-24 …

Delhi's Power Demand This Summer Will Leave You In Utter Shock! Here's What Discom Officials Say
1 week, 1 day ago

Delhi's Power Demand This Summer Will Leave You In Utter Shock! Here's What Discom Officials Say

ABP News  

Higher requirement during the upcoming summer months is likely to push Delhi's peak power demand to 9,000 MW, discom officials said on Tuesday. Last year, Delhi's peak power demand crossed 8,000 MW for the first time, the discom officials said. Peak power demand in BSES - BRPL areas of south and west Delhi, which had clocked 3,809 MW during last …

India needs 600 GW non-fossil fuel capacity to meet growing power demand: Study
1 week, 6 days ago

India needs 600 GW non-fossil fuel capacity to meet growing power demand: Study

Hindustan Times  

India needs to scale up its non-fossil-fuel capacity to 600 GW by 2030 to meet its growing electricity demand reliably and affordably, a Council on Energy, Environment and Water study has said. It said a high renewable energy pathway of 600 GW of non-fossil capacity by 2030 offers the most viable solution if power demand continues to outpace current projections …

Tamil Nadu's daily power consumption crosses 400 million units earlier than last year
2 weeks ago

Tamil Nadu's daily power consumption crosses 400 million units earlier than last year

New Indian Express  

CHENNAI: As temperatures rose in the state since late February, the total power consumption in a single day has already touched 400 million units on March 7 this year, which is more than a week earlier than last summer. In contrast, the state reached the 400-MU mark last year on March 15, when the consumption was 417.98 MUs. With the …

City’s peak electricity demand expected to cross 4,500 MW this summer
3 weeks ago

City’s peak electricity demand expected to cross 4,500 MW this summer

Hindustan Times  

MUMBAI: Rising temperatures are putting a strain on Mumbai’s power demand. This time around, power companies said peak demand is expected to cross 4,500 Megawatt, which is 900 MW more than usual demand in summers. Their demand predictions are based on AI tools and consumption patterns that show that this summer, the peak power demand would surpass 4,500 MW. Sources …

India's power consumption grows slightly to 131.54 billion units in February
3 weeks, 2 days ago

India's power consumption grows slightly to 131.54 billion units in February

The Hindu  

India's power consumption grew marginally to 131.54 billion units in February, higher than 127.34 BU in the year-ago period, according to the government data. The peak power demand touched an all-time high of about 250 GW in May 2024. Last year, the power ministry projected a peak power demand of 235 GW during the day and 225 GW during evening …

India’s power consumption grows slightly to 131.54 bn units in Feb
3 weeks, 2 days ago

India’s power consumption grows slightly to 131.54 bn units in Feb

Live Mint  

New Delhi, Mar 3 India's power consumption grew marginally to 131.54 billion units in February, higher than 127.34 BU in the year-ago period, according to the government data. The peak power demand touched an all-time high of about 250 GW in May 2024. The previous all-time high peak power demand of 243.27 GW was recorded in September 2023. The ministry …

DC Edit | Meet summer needs sustainably
3 weeks, 3 days ago

DC Edit | Meet summer needs sustainably

Deccan Chronicle  

With the summer officially beginning on March 1, India will endure a tough time for the next 90-odd days with peak demand for power and water leading to shortages. Though the Central and state governments have been taking measures to meet the power and water demand, they are at best short term and do not address the real problem in …

India Must Double Solar, Wind Capacity to Meet 2030 Targets
1 month ago

India Must Double Solar, Wind Capacity to Meet 2030 Targets

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: With the record additions of renewable energy in 2024 and maintaining consistent growth in the energy sector, India must double its annual solar and wind capacity additions over the next five years to meet its ambitious 2030 clean-energy targets. The government targets adding nearly 130 gigawatts of prospective utility-scale solar and wind capacity in the upcoming years, and …

State likely to witness energy deficit for 10 years till FY2034-35: Central Electricity Authority
1 month ago

State likely to witness energy deficit for 10 years till FY2034-35: Central Electricity Authority

The Hindu  

Tamil Nadu is likely to witness energy deficit throughout 2024-25 to 2034-35, as per report on Resource Adequacy Plan for the State released by Central Electricity Authority, under Union Ministry of Power. In the fiscal year 2023-24, Tamil Nadu’s peak power demand of 19,045 MW was met without any gap, while energy required was 1,26,163 million units, against energy supplied …

KSEB scrambling to meet additional electricity demand during 2025 summer
1 month ago

KSEB scrambling to meet additional electricity demand during 2025 summer

The Hindu  

The Kerala State Electricity Board is moving quickly to secure electricity supplies to meet the additional demand that would arise with the onset of the 2025 summer. While approving power supply agreements aimed at addressing round-the-clock and peak-hour shortages during March, April and May, the State Electricity Regulatory Commission had advised the KSEB to explore options such as power ‘banking’ …

Telangana’s power demand surpass 16,000 MW for first time
1 month, 1 week ago

Telangana’s power demand surpass 16,000 MW for first time

Deccan Chronicle  

Hyderabad: Telangana on Wednesday recorded its highest-ever peak power demand, breaching the 16,000-megawatt mark for the first time because of rising temperature and the ongoing Rabi agricultural operations. Tamil Nadu witnessed its all-time high power demand of 20,830 MW on May 2 last year, while Karnataka hit 17,691 MW on January 31, 2025. Deputy Chief Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka, who …

Telangana posts peak load of power beyond 16K MW
1 month, 1 week ago

Telangana posts peak load of power beyond 16K MW

The Hindu  

Telangana has achieved another milestone in handling the peak load of power on the transmission system on Wednesday morning as it has crossed the 16,000 megawatt barrier for the first time by recording about 16,100 MW load at 7.55 a.m. Highest loads during peak agricultural operations In the process, it has become the third State in the South after Tamil …

Telangana's peak power demand at highest-ever 15,752 MW
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Telangana's peak power demand at highest-ever 15,752 MW

New Indian Express  

HYDERABAD: The state recorded its highest-ever peak power demand of 15,752 MW at 7.45 am on Wednesday. “Given this trend, the distribution companies have initiated measures to meet power demand exceeding 17,000 MW during the upcoming summer season,” Krishna Bhaskar said. “Power purchase is required because the base availability of power in the state, through long-term contracted agreements, is 9,134 …

TNPGCL expects smooth power supply from CGS during summer
1 month, 3 weeks ago

TNPGCL expects smooth power supply from CGS during summer

The Hindu  

Tamil Nadu Power Generation Corporation Limited is expecting the Central Generating Stations to provide a smooth supply of power this summer. Tamil Nadu has a share of over 6,000 MW from CGS, including Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant, NLC, and NTPC. It has a power allocation share of 1,150 MW out of the total capacity of 2,000 MW of Units I …

Warmer winter drives up electricity demand in Karnataka to record high
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Warmer winter drives up electricity demand in Karnataka to record high

The Hindu  

Months before summer sets in in Karnataka, the peak electricity demand in the State touched an all-time high on January 31 with 17,691 Megawatts. According to the data provided by the Power Company of Karnataka Ltd., in the month of January, 2024, the peak demand was 15,668 MW while the consumption was 294.01 Million Units. Hence, the demand was up …

Renewable energy accounts for 47 per cent of India’s total installed power capacity: Economic Survey
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Renewable energy accounts for 47 per cent of India’s total installed power capacity: Economic Survey

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: Renewable energy now accounts for approximately 47 per cent of India’s total installed power capacity, according to the Economic Survey for 2024-25. The country's renewable energy capacity grew by 15.8 per cent year-on-year, reaching 209.4 GW by December 2024, up from 180.8 GW in December 2023. Overall, the power sector continues to expand, with installed capacity rising by …

TNPGCL to tie up for power arrangements to overcome deficit during summer
1 month, 3 weeks ago

TNPGCL to tie up for power arrangements to overcome deficit during summer

The Hindu  

Tamil Nadu is expected to see a power deficit during the evening peak hours in the upcoming summer months and Tamil Nadu Power Generation Corporation Limited would tie up for power through tenders and swap arrangements. During the summer last year, the State’s peak power demand hit a new record, touching an all-time-high of 20,830 MW on May 2, 2024. …

At 21,361 Million Units, Chennai’s electricity demand to go north by 22 per cent in five years
2 months, 1 week ago

At 21,361 Million Units, Chennai’s electricity demand to go north by 22 per cent in five years

New Indian Express  

CHENNAI: Chennai’s power demand is expected to grow by 22.5 % in 2027-28, compared to 2022-23, which is taken as the base year for the 20th Electricity Power Survey of India, brought out recently by the Central Electricity Authority. According to the report, the electricity demand of Chennai termed as India’s health capital is projected to rise to 26,335 MUs …

India adds record renewable energy capacity of about 30 GW in 2024
2 months, 2 weeks ago

India adds record renewable energy capacity of about 30 GW in 2024

The Hindu  

India logged a record high renewable energy capacity addition of about 30 GW in 2024, more than 113% higher than 13.75 GW recorded in 2023, according to the Ministry of New & Renewable Energy data. This assumes significance in view of India's ambitious plan to have 500 GW of renewable energy capacity in the country by 2030. Besides, India needs …

Karnataka projected to have peak power demand this summer
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Karnataka projected to have peak power demand this summer

The Hindu  

The peak electricity demand in Karnataka for this year’s summer is expected to reach an all-time high of 19,000 MW surpassing last year’s record of 17,220 MW. The demand has been projected based on estimates from State Load Dispatch Centre and Power Corporation of Karnataka Ltd. by utilising AI for analysis. Mr. George on Thursday chaired a meeting with Bengaluru …

Power demand shoots up on cold wave across North India
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2 months, 3 weeks ago

Power demand shoots up on cold wave across North India

Live Mint  

Power demand in the country has shot up in the past few weeks amid plummeting temperatures across North India. Peak power demand in December remained largely above 200GW and touched a high of 224GW due to increased demand for heating. The country, especially north-west India, including Jammu, Kashmir, Ladakh, Himachal Pradesh, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh and Haryana, has been grappling with …

India met all-time maximum power demand of 250 GW in 2024
2 months, 3 weeks ago

India met all-time maximum power demand of 250 GW in 2024

Live Mint  

New Delhi, January 1 : The year 2024 marked a landmark period for India's power sector, with historic advancements in energy generation, transmission, and distribution. From meeting record power demand of 250 GW to reducing energy shortages at the national level to a mere 0.1 per cent in 2024-25, the sector demonstrated resilience and commitment to sustainable growth. In the …

Delhi In 2024 Saw Highest 'Good To Moderate' Air Quality Days Since 2018
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Delhi In 2024 Saw Highest 'Good To Moderate' Air Quality Days Since 2018

ABP News  

In 2024, Delhi saw the highest good to moderate air quality days since 2018. The national capital recorded 209 'good to moderate' air quality days last year, according to the central pollution watchdog Commission for Air Quality Management. Delhi's peak power demand in December was 4,884 MW in 2023, and 4,964 MW in 2022, discom officials said. A BSES spokesperson …

In a first, Delhi's peak power demand crosses 5,000 megawatts on New Year's Eve
2 months, 3 weeks ago

In a first, Delhi's peak power demand crosses 5,000 megawatts on New Year's Eve

India Today  

As Delhi experienced a plunge in temperatures over the last week or so, the city's power demand in December reached unprecedented levels, marking the first time it surpassed 5,000 Megawatt during the month, data showed. The burgeoning demand aligns with the city's record-breaking summer power usage, where peak demands reached an all-time high of 8,656 MW in 2024. This winter, …

India to boost power generation, transmission infra to achieve 24X7 power for all in 2025
2 months, 3 weeks ago

India to boost power generation, transmission infra to achieve 24X7 power for all in 2025

Live Mint  

New Delhi Dec 29 India will set up more coal-fired and hydro-power plants and ramp up transmission infrastructure to achieve round-the-clock ‘Power for All' in 2025, besides meeting rising demand fueled by economic expansion. To meet the growing energy demand, the government has devised a major plan for power generation capacity addition and the expansion of transmission infrastructure. To evacuate …

Delhi's power demand likely to break record this winter, may cross 6300 MW
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Delhi's power demand likely to break record this winter, may cross 6300 MW

India Today  

As Delhi braces for the chill of another winter, the city's power demand is poised to reach unprecedented levels, continuing the record-setting trajectory observed during the summer of 2024. According to forecasts from the State Load Dispatch Centre, the capital's electricity consumption could peak at over 6300 MW this season, surpassing the previous winter's high of 5816 MW. This mix …

Delhi prepares for peak winter power demand, projected to surpass 6300 MW
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Delhi prepares for peak winter power demand, projected to surpass 6300 MW

Hindustan Times  

As Delhi's power needs continue to rise, the city's winter months are expected to follow the record-breaking summer's trend in peak demand. According to the BSES press release, during summer 2024, Delhi reached an unprecedented peak power demand of 8656 MW. Forecasts from SLDC indicate that Delhi's peak power demand this winter could surpass 6300 MW, setting a new seasonal …

Power demand to grow slower in FY25
4 months ago

Power demand to grow slower in FY25

Deccan Chronicle  

Chennai: Power demand growth moderated in the first seven months of the current fiscal and is expected to be lower than last year. Power demand had In May 2024, peak demand had reached an all-time high of nearly 250GW, up by about 13 per cent due to extreme summer heat. The surge in power demand during the summer of 2024 …

India's Renewable Energy Capacity Hits New Milestone: Centre
4 months, 1 week ago

India's Renewable Energy Capacity Hits New Milestone: Centre

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: India has reached a significant milestone in its renewable energy journey, with the country's total renewable energy capacity crossing the 200 GW. India's total renewable energy installed capacity surged by an impressive 24.2 GW in just one year, reaching 203.18 GW in October 2024, up from 178.98 GW in October 2023. India's total electricity generation capacity has reached …

State’s power consumption increased over 7% in April-June 2024
8 months, 1 week ago

State’s power consumption increased over 7% in April-June 2024

The Hindu  

Tamil Nadu’s power consumption increased over 7% to 35,385 million units in April-June 2024, from 32,909 million units in the same period last year, as per the provisional data from Central Electricity Authority, under the Union Ministry of Power. According to the State Energy Department’s policy note for 2024-25, Tamil Nadu’s power grid hit a new high, reaching a staggering …

India likely to raise its estimate on peak power demand amid harsher summers
8 months, 3 weeks ago

India likely to raise its estimate on peak power demand amid harsher summers

Live Mint  

New Delhi: India’s power ministry will likely raise its projections for peak electricity demand after this year’s prolonged heatwave forced people to keep their air conditioners and fans running for longer than usual. The current projection of peak power demand reaching 384 GW by financial year 2031-32 may now have to be revised, said Pankaj Agarwal, secretary, Union ministry of …

India's power consumption rises nearly 9% to 152.38 billion units in June
8 months, 3 weeks ago

India's power consumption rises nearly 9% to 152.38 billion units in June

The Hindu  

India's power consumption rose by nearly 9% to 152.38 billion units in June compared to the year-ago period mainly due to scorching heat which forced excessive use of cooling appliances like air conditioners and desert coolers. The previous all-time high peak power demand of 243.27 GW was recorded in September 2023. The Ministry also estimated that peak power demand may …

Power demand peaks, outages get longer in Gautam Budh Nagar
9 months ago

Power demand peaks, outages get longer in Gautam Budh Nagar

Hindustan Times  

NOIDA/GREATER NOIDA The state, overall, also hit a peak power demand of 30,648MW on June 17, which was previously 28,284MW on July 24, 2023. Officials of Pashchimanchal Vidyut Vitran Nigam Limited said Noida’s power demand increased by 478.4 megawatts in the past two months, reaching a peak power demand of 1,310MW on May 22. In the current financial year, the …

Breaking Records: Delhi’s Peak Power Demand Touches All-Time High at 8,647 MW Amid Intense Heat
9 months, 1 week ago

Breaking Records: Delhi’s Peak Power Demand Touches All-Time High at 8,647 MW Amid Intense Heat

News 18  

With no relief from heat in the national capital and the temperature soaring between 40-45 degree Celsius, the peak power demand has surpassed all the previous records as it touched 8,647 MW at 3:22 pm on Tuesday. The peak power demand first crossed all the records at 2:51 pm on Tuesday when it touched 8,560 MW – highest ever, as …

Delhi's peak power demand makes new record with 8,647 MW amid heatwave
9 months, 1 week ago

Delhi's peak power demand makes new record with 8,647 MW amid heatwave

India TV News  

Amid the sweltering heatwave in India, Delhi on Tuesday registered a peak power demand of 8,647 MW, the highest ever in the city as per Discom officials. Before that, on May 22 this year, Delhi's peak power demand reached 8,000 MW for the first time. According to the State Load Dispatch Centre, Delhi, the extreme heatwave has continuously pushed the …

Rising AC sales and surging demand for cooling escalates India's environmental challenges
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Rising AC sales and surging demand for cooling escalates India's environmental challenges

Hindustan Times  

With soaring temperatures and heat waves causing health problems, air conditioners have become essential for creating cooler, comfortable spaces. Growing AC use will increase energy intensity in buildings, requiring significant focus on improving thermal comfort to reduce air-conditioned hours,” said Anumita Roychowdhury, executive director, Centre for Science and Environment. The widespread use of ACs significantly increases electricity consumption, and by …

Peak Power Demand Bounces Back to Nearly 241 GW on Tuesday
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Peak Power Demand Bounces Back to Nearly 241 GW on Tuesday

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: Peak power demand bounced back to nearly 241 GW on Tuesday after sliding for two straight days from the 245 GW level recorded on the first day of this month. The government data showed that the peak power demand touched an all-time high of 250 GW on May 31, 2024, breaking the previous record of 243.27 GW in …

Record-breaking heatwave grips India: Top 10 hottest locations
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Record-breaking heatwave grips India: Top 10 hottest locations

India TV News  

As temperatures soar across India, Delhi set a new national record on Wednesday with the mercury touching a scorching 52.3 degrees Celsius, marking the highest temperature ever recorded in the country. Northern regions, including Haryana and Uttar Pradesh, are experiencing similar oppressive heat, with temperatures nearing 50 degrees Celsius. Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh: 48°C Dehradun's record high Meanwhile, Dehradun also witnessed …

U.P. power demand soars beyond projection amid sizzling May heat
9 months, 3 weeks ago

U.P. power demand soars beyond projection amid sizzling May heat

Hindustan Times  

With sizzling temperatures prevailing across several states, the demand for electricity is setting new records in Uttar Pradesh in May, even as the maximum peak demand is expected in August-September. UP power demand hits record high amid devastating heat On Tuesday, the power demand reached 29,261 MW, surpassing the previous record of 29,147 MW set on May 24. Last year’s …

Peak power demand hits season's new high of nearly 240 GW on May 24
10 months ago

Peak power demand hits season's new high of nearly 240 GW on May 24

The Hindu  

India's peak power demand hit the season's new high of 239.96 GW on Friday, due to soaring mercury levels in various parts of the country, which compelled excessive use of cooling appliances like air conditioners and coolers. As per Power Ministry data, the peak power demand met or the highest supply in the day, was recorded at 239.96 GW on …

Heatwave in India: Sweltering temperatures push power demand to fresh high
10 months ago

Heatwave in India: Sweltering temperatures push power demand to fresh high

India TV News  

Heatwave in India: The power demand in India was on Thursday at its seasonal high at 237 gigawatts, surpassing its previous record high of 234 GW seen earlier this week, data from the Ministry of Power showed. Heatwave to severe heatwave conditions are most likely to continue over the plains of Northwest India and Heatwave conditions over Madhya Pradesh and …

Peak power demand hits season's high of 235 GW on Wednesday amid severe heat wave
10 months ago

Peak power demand hits season's high of 235 GW on Wednesday amid severe heat wave

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: India's peak power demand hit the season's high of 235.06 GW on Wednesday mainly due to excessive use of cooling appliances like air conditioners and coolers amid severe heat waves in most parts of the country. According to the power ministry data, the peak power demand met or the highest supply in the day is recorded at 235.06 …

Govt successfully met peak power demand in Delhi without outages: Atishi
10 months ago

Govt successfully met peak power demand in Delhi without outages: Atishi

Hindustan Times  

New Delhi, Delhi Power Minister Atishi on Wednesday said the city government successfully met the peak power demand of 7,717 MW on May 21 without any power outages. Govt successfully met peak power demand in Delhi without outages: Atishi She further stressed that even if the figures touch 8000 MW in the coming months, they will take all measures to …

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