‘Use electricity wisely’: Govt tells citizens as peak daytime power demand breaks record amid heatwave
India is experiencing a severe heatwave, leading to record-high electricity demand. The government has urged citizens to use electricity wisely as daytime peak demand reached 270.82 gigawatts. Despite the surge in demand, officials assure that the power supply remains stable and adequate arrangements are in place.
- ▪The peak daytime power demand in India hit an all-time high of 270.82 gigawatts on May 21.
- ▪Electricity consumption has broken previous records for four consecutive days due to intense summer conditions.
- ▪The government is closely monitoring electricity demand and generation trends during the summer season.
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‘Use electricity wisely’: Govt tells citizens as peak daytime power demand breaks record amid heatwave“Due to the intense heat wave in the country, the demand for electricity is also increasing,” the ministry said.Published on: May 22, 2026 4:47 PM ISTEdited by Priyanjali NarayanShare viaCopy link As a severe heatwave scorches large parts of India, the country’s electricity demand has surged to record levels, prompting the government to urge citizens to “use electricity wisely and judiciously” amid soaring temperatures and rising dependence on cooling appliances.A woman covers herself with an umbrella to protect herself from heatwave, in New Delhi.
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