Bhagwant Mann: Punjab met its highest-ever electricity demand of 17,281 MW despite two units at the Ropar thermal power plant being unavailable. The state government said it managed the high demand without imposing power cuts caused by an electricity shortage, highlighting the pressure on the state’s power system.
Highest electricity demand in Punjab
The state of Punjab met a demand for 17,281 MW of electricity on September 14, according to Power Minister Tarunpreet Singh Sond. This was the highest demand that has been met ever in the history of the state despite two units in the Ropar thermal power plant being off.
No cuts because of shortage
According to the Punjab government, the state did not witness any power cuts because of the shortage of electricity during the time of high demand. The minister said that despite the high demand, power supply remained steady.
Two units off in Ropar
It is reported that two units in the Guru Gobind Singh Super Thermal Plant in Ropar are out of service, which has reduced the generation capacity. It was reported that attempts have been made by the government to bring the units back into action.
High demand remains a challenge
The record demand highlights the pressure on Punjab‘s electricity system during periods of high consumption. The government will need to continue managing demand while maintaining adequate power supply.
Punjab meets record electricity demand
Punjab met 17,281 MW of electricity demand on September 14, marking the highest demand ever met by the state, according to Power Minister Tarunpreet Singh Sond. The record came despite two units at the Ropar thermal power plant being unavailable, putting additional pressure on the state’s power supply system.
Government says supply remained stable
Bhagwant Mann: The Punjab government said it managed the high electricity demand without imposing power cuts caused by a shortage. The minister said the state continued to meet demand despite the temporary loss of generation capacity, while efforts remained focused on restoring the affected power plant units.
