T.N.’s peak power demand expected to touch 22,000-MW mark this summer: Senthilbalaji
6 days, 20 hours ago

T.N.’s peak power demand expected to touch 22,000-MW mark this summer: Senthilbalaji

The Hindu  

Tamil Nadu Minister for Electricity V. Senthilbalaji held a review meeting on Wednesday on the preparedness for meeting the demand this summer. “We expect the peak demand this summer to reach 22,000 MW, compared with 20,830 MW last year,” he told reporters after the meeting at the Tamil Nadu Electricity Board’s headquarters. The State’s peak power demand in January and February was 17,279 MW and 18,584 MW respectively. The release said 7,000 MW of thermal power generation capacity addition and 14,500 MW of pumped storage capacity has been planned.

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Energy Department says no power crisis in State
1 week, 2 days ago

Energy Department says no power crisis in State

The Hindu  

Amidst the rising heat and increased power consumption in Karnataka, the Energy Department on Monday reiterated that it is well equipped to handle the demand and that there will be no power crisis in the summer. Similarly, on March 19, the maximum energy consumption in the State was 357 million units whereas it was 332 MU in April last year. …

T.N. plans electricity generation projects to meet the future needs of the State: Minister
1 week, 4 days ago

T.N. plans electricity generation projects to meet the future needs of the State: Minister

The Hindu  

The Tamil Nadu government has planned electricity generation projects that will meet the power needs of the State till 2030, said Minister for Electricity, Excise, and Prohibition, V. Senthilbalaji, in Coimbatore on Saturday. The Tamil Nadu Generation and Distribution Corporation will take up thermal power plant projects for 7,000 MW, pumped storage project for 16,500 MW and 2000 MW of …

Telangana records highest ever peak load of 17,162 MW
1 week, 5 days 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
2 weeks, 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 …

Tamil Nadu's daily power consumption crosses 400 million units earlier than last year
3 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 …

There will be no power outages in Tamil Nadu this Summer: Minister
3 weeks, 3 days ago

There will be no power outages in Tamil Nadu this Summer: Minister

The Hindu  

There will be no power outages in the State during the summer this year, said Minister for Electricity, Prohibition, and Excise, V. Senthilbalaji, here on Saturday. The government has taken necessary measures to ensure uninterrupted power supply and is prepared to meet the increased demand, he said. Addressing the media, he said, “To address peak demand, separate tenders have been …

City’s peak electricity demand expected to cross 4,500 MW this summer
4 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 bn units in Feb
4 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
4 weeks, 2 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 …

State likely to witness energy deficit for 10 years till FY2034-35: Central Electricity Authority
1 month, 1 week 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, 1 week 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, 2 weeks 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, 3 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, 4 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
2 months 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 …

TNPGCL to tie up for power arrangements to overcome deficit during summer
2 months 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. …

State’s peak power demand in summer may reach 260 MU
2 months ago

State’s peak power demand in summer may reach 260 MU

The Hindu  

The Energy Department is gearing up to meet the State’s power requirement during the summer season. Chief Secretary and Special Chief Secretary K. Vijayanand reviewed the preparedness in a meeting with the officials from AP- Transco and AP- Genco, at his camp office on Monday. It was stated in an official release that the peak power demand was expected to …

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

Karnataka projected to have peak power demand this summer
2 months, 3 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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3 months 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 …

Resource adequacy plan works afoot for steady power supply in Tamil Nadu
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Resource adequacy plan works afoot for steady power supply in Tamil Nadu

New Indian Express  

CHENNAI: Following the guidelines issued by the Union Ministry of Power, Tamil Nadu Power Distribution Corporation Limited is working on a Resource Adequacy Plan to ensure uninterrupted power supply and increase renewable energy generation throughout the year. As per the ministry’s instructions, all power distribution companies are required to prepare 10-year electricity demand forecast to meet projected peak demand. A …

Consistent Rise in TG’s Power Availability
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Consistent Rise in TG’s Power Availability

Deccan Chronicle  

Hyderabad:Telangana’s transformation into an industrial, IT and IT-enabled services hub is closely linked to its progress in ensuring uninterrupted power supply for the sector. As per the latest release of the state-wise per capita availability of power from the Reserve Bank of India, the power availability in the state has consistently increased from 2,004.9 kilowatts in 2021-22 to 2,211.9 kilowatts …

Tamil Nadu’s power demand set to rise to 23,013 MW by 2026-27: CEA report
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Tamil Nadu’s power demand set to rise to 23,013 MW by 2026-27: CEA report

New Indian Express  

CHENNAI: Tamil Nadu’s power demand is expected to rise to 23,013 MW by 2026-27, as per the 20th Electricity Survey Report of the Central Electricity Authority, submitted recently to the Union government. According to the report, at 23,013 MW, Tamil Nadu will continue to record the highest power demand among southern states, followed by Karnataka, and Andhra Pradesh. The report …

TN aims to generate 25 GW wind power by 2030 to tackle peak-hour shortage
4 months, 4 weeks ago

TN aims to generate 25 GW wind power by 2030 to tackle peak-hour shortage

New Indian Express  

CHENNAI: With its vast wind energy potential, Tamil Nadu Green Energy Corporation aims to generate 25 GW of wind power by 2030. According to the National Institute of Wind Energy, Tamil Nadu’s total wind energy potential is estimated at 75 GW, including 35 GW from offshore wind sources. Given these costs, adopting renewable energy is crucial, both to meet the …

TGSPDCL Sees All-Time High Power Demand
6 months, 1 week ago

TGSPDCL Sees All-Time High Power Demand

Deccan Chronicle  

Hyderabad:The Telangana Southern Power Distribution Company Limited witnessed an all-time high power demand of 9,910 MW at 10.35 am on Friday. The heavy rain, increased water availability and quality power supply have led to a surge in agricultural demand this season, the discom stated. TGSPDCL chairman and managing director Musharraf Ali Faruqui, stated that the demand may exceed 10,000 MW …

TN Green energy corpn meets union govt target, produces 210 MU more power
6 months, 1 week ago

TN Green energy corpn meets union govt target, produces 210 MU more power

New Indian Express  

CHENNAI: Tamil Nadu Green Energy Corporation has generated 2,009.456 million units of electricity through its hydropower plants from April 1 to September 18 this financial year. The rise in production has enabled TNGEC to meet the Central Electricity Authority’s target, playing key role in advancing Tamil Nadu’s green energy goals. Another official said Kundah and Erode are currently leading in …

Electricity bill set to increase in Tamil Nadu from July as tariff hiked by 4.83%
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Electricity bill set to increase in Tamil Nadu from July as tariff hiked by 4.83%

The Hindu  

The Tamil Nadu Electricity Regulatory Commission has announced a hike of 4.83% for domestic and all other consumers. As per the tariff order, the slabs for domestic consumers have been increased in the range of 20 paise to 55 paise per unit. While the unit cost under the minimum slab of 400 units bi-monthly, is being increased from ₹4.60 per …

State’s power consumption increased over 7% in April-June 2024
8 months, 2 weeks 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
9 months 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 …

Power demand peaks, outages get longer in Gautam Budh Nagar
9 months, 1 week 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 …

Peak Power Demand Bounces Back to Nearly 241 GW on Tuesday
9 months, 4 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 …

Power demand reaches record high of 250 GW
10 months 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 …

U.P. power demand soars beyond projection amid sizzling May heat
10 months 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, 1 week 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 …

Peak power demand hits season's high of 235 GW on Wednesday amid severe heat wave
10 months, 1 week 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 …

Andhra Pradesh’s energy demand falls considerably as the sizzling summer fizzles out
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Andhra Pradesh’s energy demand falls considerably as the sizzling summer fizzles out

The Hindu  

Energy demand in the State fell to about 210.36 Million Units on Saturday, May 18, from the seasonal high of 259.20 MU recorded on May 4 as the blistering summer heat gave way to repeated spells of rain in recent weeks and the southwest monsoon is poised to hit south peninsular India by the month-end. A substantial chunk of the …

Power consumption peaks as severe heat prevails in Kerala
11 months ago

Power consumption peaks as severe heat prevails in Kerala

Hindustan Times  

The power consumption in Kerala hit a record high of 113.14 million units on Monday as the state continued to reel under extreme heat conditions. State power minister K Krishnankutty said, “On April 29, the consumption was 113.14 million units when it ideally should be under 100 MU. There is a meeting scheduled on May 2 with officials of the …

Energy demand in Andhra Pradesh poised to cross 250 MU per day
11 months ago

Energy demand in Andhra Pradesh poised to cross 250 MU per day

The Hindu  

The power utilities in Andhra Pradesh are geared up to meet the imminent surge in energy demand which is expected to cross 250 Million Units per day in the coming weeks. The demand met so far in the month until April 26 stood at 6,345 MU, with a maximum of 253 MU on April 19, according to official sources. Of …

Power demand on the rise, no power outages in Karnataka
1 year ago

Power demand on the rise, no power outages in Karnataka

New Indian Express  

BENGALURU: As the temperatures are rising, the demand for uninterrupted power supply is also on the rise. “The State’s power consumption per day has touched 329 Million Units - the highest ever, compared to the previous year’s consumption per day of 300 MU. The peak demand is also over 17,000 MW, compared to last year’s 15,300MW,” said George and added …

Karnataka facing a power shortfall of 300 to 500 MW during peak hours, but situation largely stable, says Energy Dept. data
1 year ago

Karnataka facing a power shortfall of 300 to 500 MW during peak hours, but situation largely stable, says Energy Dept. data

The Hindu  

As Karnataka enters the summer months, there is an electricity deficit of 300 to 500 MW ) during peak hours in some blocks, according to data provided by the Energy Department. This year, a peak demand of 17,220 MW was recorded in the State on March 12 and the highest energy consumption of 329.53 MU was recorded on March 22. …

Peak demand in UP is anticipated to reach 31,585 MW
1 year ago

Peak demand in UP is anticipated to reach 31,585 MW

Hindustan Times  

LUCKNOW: The annual peak demand in Uttar Pradesh is projected to reach 31,917 MW, making it the second-highest in the country after Maharashtra, which is expected to experience a peak demand of 32,640 MW in 2024-25, as per a recent report released by the Central Electricity Authority. According to the report - ‘Anticipated Energy Requirement and Peak Demand for 2023-25- …

Electricity consumption soars in State, peak demand at all-time high of 5,031 MW
1 year ago

Electricity consumption soars in State, peak demand at all-time high of 5,031 MW

The Hindu  

The State’s power sector could be in for a tough time this summer, given the way electricity consumption is soaring. Even before the 2024 summer has reached its peak, the Kerala State Electricity Board has logged a peak demand of 5,031 megawatts, an all-time high for the State, on Monday. The daily electricity consumption on Monday stood at 100.16 million …

Peak power demand is estimated to rise 7% this summer
1 year ago

Peak power demand is estimated to rise 7% this summer

The Hindu  

Peak power demand in India is estimated to rise by 7% year-on-year to 260 GW this summer, according to a senior official. The peak power demand during the summer of 2023 touched 243 GW against a projection of 229 GW. "We expect the peak power demand this year at 260GW," Central Electricity Authority Chairperson Ghanshyam Prasad told reporters on the …

Summer trailer: Rural Tamil Nadu faces power outages
1 year, 1 month ago

Summer trailer: Rural Tamil Nadu faces power outages

New Indian Express  

CHENNAI : Residents in rural parts of the state are experiencing voltage fluctuations and frequent power outages, even though it is not officially summer yet. According to a senior Tangedco official, the surge in electricity consumption without prior notification to the utility provider is a factor for the strain in the power grid. Highlighting the delay in addressing power issues …

Karnataka facing acute power shortage as demand surges due to deficit rainfall
1 year, 5 months ago

Karnataka facing acute power shortage as demand surges due to deficit rainfall

Hindustan Times  

Karnataka is facing an acute shortage of approximately 1,500-2,000 MW, and at present the state is facing an extraordinary situation of high-power demand due to deficit rainfall, according to the Energy department. The deficit rainfall in the state has increased demand for agricultural IP loads as the farmers to save their crops, started using the IP sets earlier than the …

Poor rainfall leading to summer-like peak demand, says Karnataka Energy Minister K.J. George
1 year, 6 months ago

Poor rainfall leading to summer-like peak demand, says Karnataka Energy Minister K.J. George

The Hindu  

The poor southwest monsoon in Karnataka is resulting in “summer-like” peak demands for electricity, said Energy Minister K.J. Record peak demand According to the Energy Department, Karnataka hit an all-time record peak demand of 16,950 MW on August 25. The sudden rise in power demand was met by taking several proactive measures,” said R.K. Singh, Union Minister of Power and …

Number theory: Management of peak power demand will test India’s renewable push
1 year, 7 months ago

Number theory: Management of peak power demand will test India’s renewable push

Hindustan Times  

In June, the government announced that power tariffs would be linked to the time of consumption in the country. “Under the Time of Day system, tariff during solar hours of the day would be 10%-20% less than the normal tariff, and the tariff during peak hours, 10-20% higher. “ToD tariff will be applicable for commercial and industrial consumers having maximum …

Delhi records its highest peak power demand of the year on Friday
1 year, 8 months ago

Delhi records its highest peak power demand of the year on Friday

Hindustan Times  

With the city witnessing hot and humid conditions on Friday, Delhi’s peak power demand was recorded at 7,398MW — the highest so far this year. A TPDDL spokesperson said the peak demand of 2,163MW in the discom’s area was met successfully without any network constraint and power outage. Meanwhile, Delhi’s all-time high peak power demand was recored on June 28 …

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