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This year, the peak power demand of Delhi is expected to cross 9,000 MW. In 2024, the national capital recorded an all-time high peak demand of 8,656 MW
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The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued heatwave warnings for Delhi and surrounding areas, forecasting temperatures to rise above 45°C. On Monday, Delhi’s Ayanagar recorded 45.3°C, while Sri Ganganagar in Rajasthan saw a scorching 47.3°C. Similar extreme heat is affecting Haryana and Punjab, with Sirsa at 46.4°C and Samrala at 46.1°C. The IMD expects continued heatwave conditions in northwest India over the next four days. Hot and humid weather is also impacting parts of Bihar, coastal Andhra Pradesh, and Gangetic West Bengal. Meanwhile, heavy rainfall is predicted for Assam, Meghalaya, and coastal Karnataka, providing a stark contrast to the north’s dry heat. Nighttime temperatures remain high in Delhi, Punjab, and Haryana, offering little relief. However, a shift in weather is expected in Delhi from Thursday, with light rain and thunderstorms anticipated. The IMD forecasts no heatwave-like conditions in the capital from Thursday until at least June 15.
The actual maximum temperature in the city touched 43.4 degrees Celsius on Monday, 3.4 degrees higher than the seasonal average
The report, published on Tuesday by the New Delhi-based Council on Energy, Environment and Water (CEEW) think tank, analysed climate, health, and infrastructure data to calculate a heat-risk score.
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India faces a severe heatwave with temps surpassing 45°C. IMD issues alerts for Jharkhand, Telangana, Odisha, and Maharashtra. Stay safe with essential precautions.
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The states have been recommended to reschedule working hours to avoid peak heat times, ensure access to adequate drinking water for workers, provide shaded rest areas and ventilation or cooling at worksites, and make arrangements for conducting regular health check-ups.
The rain and gusty winds provided some relief from the heat in Delhi, where the maximum temperature reached 41 degrees Celsius
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Vulnerable groups like the elderly, children, and those with preexisting health conditions are particularly at risk during extreme heat events.
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According to the six-day forecast issued by the India Meteorological Department (IMD), the national capital will experience heatwave conditions with the maximum temperature ranging between 39 and 42 degrees Celsius.
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Delhi’s peak power demand is expected to cross last year's record this summer, and the state government is preparing for network overload and other local factors. A Tata Power-DDL spokesperson said dedicated round-the-clock teams have been set up to attend breakdown and for supply restoration.
In April, most parts of India will likely witness higher-than-usual maximum temperatures.
Despite regular heat waves, very few Indian households have an air conditioner — just 10% compared with 68% of Chinese and 38% of Thai homes
The report also calls for updating AC test procedures to better reflect India's humid climate, where comfort depends not just on cooling but on moisture removal.
Coal stocks at domestic thermal power plants (TPPs) – a key indicator proportionate to India’s potential to generate electricity - is currently at a historic high of 54 million tonne (MT), according to Power Ministry.
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