Rising power demand in India exposes supply fault lines in states

Coal, Hydro units fire up to meet new record high of 240 Gw

Even as national power demand continues to reach new milestones with each passing day, supply deficits in several states have widened, despite coal and hydropower units operating at record levels, and coal production witnessing double-digit growth.

Key industrial states such as Maharashtra, Karnataka, and Gujarat are grappling with energy supply shortages due to the increased demand brought on by extended hot summers.

In states like Rajasthan, Haryana, and Bihar, where supply deficits are typically high, the energy shortage has expanded compared to last year.

On a national scale, the peak power supply deficit reached 10 gigawatt (Gw) on September 1,