Ahead of paddy season, power demand surpasses 9,400 MW in Punjab

With the rise in mercury, state’s power demand crossed 9,400 MW today. In the past one week, an increase of 2,300 MW has been witnessed in demand.

Despite no office supply load on May 13 (Saturday), the power demand touched 9,418 MW. The power demand would likely touch 15,500 MW in July during the peak paddy season.

A senior Punjab State Power Corporation Limited (PSPCL) official said, “So far, no cut has been imposed on any category. There is ample power available to meet the rising demand.”