Power consumption on Diwali defies trend this time; peak demand dips on year
Peak power demand met in the country or the highest supply of electricity on the day of Diwali dropped slightly this time compared to last year, breaching the usual trend during the festival.
According to government data, the peak power demand declined to 180.14 GW on Monday from 182.87 GW on October 31, 2024, when the festival of light was celebrated last year.
Usually, consumption of electricity as well as demand increases on Diwali due to excessive use of lights and other appliances by domestic and commercial consumers as people decorate every corner of their homes, shops and offices.
