Kerala Faces Power Crisis Amid Deficient Monsoon and High EV Demand
· India · NDTV
Kerala is currently grappling with a severe power crisis as nightly electricity restrictions enter a second week across the state. Peak power demand has crossed 5,000 MW this September, driven by a combination of surging air conditioner usage and a deficient monsoon. The state government is now prepared to procure electricity at almost any available market price to meet the shortfall. Officials have urged residents to conserve energy during peak evening hours to stabilize the grid. The exact duration of these nightly restrictions remains unspecified by authorities.
Why it matters
Household consumers and businesses across Kerala face rolling curbs and potential supply disruptions during peak evening hours. The state's heavy reliance on power purchases could significantly increase fiscal pressure on the electricity board.
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