Tamil Nadu Faces Persistent Power Cuts Amid High Demand, Says PMK President
· India · The Hindu, CBS News
PMK president Anbumani Ramadoss accused the Tamil Nadu government of failing to meet electricity demand, leading to frequent and unannounced power cuts across the state. He cited a peak demand of 20,500–21,000 MW, which remains high even as temperatures have not dropped, marking a 4,000 MW increase compared to last year. Ramadoss highlighted incidents like Revenue Minister K.A. Sengottaiyan relying on a mobile torch during a power cut in Vellore, illustrating the severity of the issue. Protests against power cuts have been reported from Chennai to southern districts, but no withdrawal of cuts has been announced. The government’s plan to purchase 2,000 MW of additional power has reportedly made little on-ground progress.
Why it matters
Residents and businesses in Tamil Nadu face disruptions to daily life and economic activities due to the power cuts, exacerbating challenges for industries and households. The situation also raises questions about the state government’s capacity to manage energy supply and infrastructure during peak demand periods.
Read the original report — The Hindu
Join us on Telegram
Breaking news the moment it lands. At 10,000 members we ship the Android app.