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Delhi power demand likely to peak at 9,000 MW this summer

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Delhi peak power demand is projected to reach 9,000 MW in the upcoming summer months, driven by increased consumption, according to discom officials.

In 2024, the capital recorded an all-time high peak demand of 8,656 MW. To address this surge, power distribution companies are implementing multiple measures, including network strengthening and thermo-scanning to detect potential hotspots, a BSES official said.

“Over 2,100 MW of green energy will play a crucial role in maintaining an uninterrupted power supply during the summer,” the official added.

Last year, Delhi’s peak demand crossed 8,000 MW for the first time. The city had previously breached the 7,000 MW mark in 2018, reaching 7,016 MW. Since then, the demand has consistently increased.

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The anticipated peak demand of 9,000 MW this year marks a significant rise of over 300 percent from 2002 when the peak demand stood at 2,879 MW, officials noted.

(With inputs from PTI)

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