India’s peak electricity demand hit 255.85 GW, nearing record highs due to severe heatwave conditions increasing air conditioner usage. The Ministry of Power reports rising consumption, with demand expected to approach 270 GW amid continued extreme summer temperatures
India’s peak electricity demand hit 255.85 GW, nearing record highs due to severe heatwave conditions increasing air conditioner usage. The Ministry of Power reports rising consumption, with demand expected to approach 270 GW amid continued extreme summer temperatures
India’s peak power demand touched a record 256.11 GW amid rising temperatures and increased use of cooling devices. Experts warn demand may rise further as heatwaves intensify, with the power ministry projecting a peak of 270 GW this summer
The India Meteorological Department warned of heatwave conditions across parts of India from April 20–25, affecting multiple states, along with hot and humid weather, warm nights, and isolated thunderstorm and hailstorm activity in several regions