Delhi's peak power demand clocked 8000 MW for the first time on May 22, 2024. Since then, Delhi's peak power demand has crossed the 8000 MW mark on 8 occasions.
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The recent temperature surge has significantly pushed up power demand, with India's peak demand reaching 250 GW this year, surpassing the previous high of 243 GW recorded in September last year
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With the increasing temperature and heatwaves becoming more common the demand for cooling and air conditioning spikes dramatically, the surge in consumption often leads to peak power usage, straining electrical grids and driving up electricity bills for consumers
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In India, where a significant portion of the population works in agriculture and informal sectors, heatwaves can lead to increased absenteeism, decreased productivity, and higher healthcare costs, writes Deepak Sood, Secretary General, Assocham
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