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India hits record peak power demand of 252 GW as heat wave drives cooling rush
Economy
Published on 25 April 2026
Cooling demand is pushing the grid to a new peak
India’s peak power demand surged to an all-time high of 252.07 GW on Friday as an intensifying heat wave drives households and businesses to lean harder on cooling devices. With air conditioners and coolers running more, experts expect electricity demand to keep climbing over the weekend and into May and June.
- Peak power demand hit a record 252.07 GW on Friday
- Heat wave conditions are boosting electricity use for cooling
- Air conditioners and coolers are key drivers of the surge
- Demand is expected to rise further into May and June
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