India meets record peak power demand of 256 GW without shortage, sets new benchmark

April 28, 2026 7:18 PM

India meets record peak power demand of 256 GW without shortage, sets new benchmark

India has successfully met its highest-ever peak electricity demand of 256.1 GW without any shortage, marking a major milestone in the country’s power sector and grid management capabilities. The record demand was achieved on April 25 at 3:38 pm, surpassing the previous peak of 250 GW recorded in May 2024 and exceeding the 245.4 GW peak observed earlier this year in January. Notably, the country also continued exporting electricity to neighbouring nations while meeting this record demand. Th...

Govt measures ensure adequate power supply for summer months

May 12, 2024 1:39 PM

Govt measures ensure adequate power supply for summer months

The government has implemented several measures to meet the increasing electricity demand during the summer months of April, May, and June. These proactive steps aim to address the surge in power usage, particularly during peak hours. During April, the government's initiatives, including directing imported-coal-based power plants to operate at full capacity and rescheduling planned maintenance of power plants to the monsoon season, helped meet the evening peak power demand of 224 GW. To sustai...