November 18, 2024 15:01 (IST)
India's coal and power supply stretched to limit amid rapid growth in economic activities
New Delhi: The power generators and coal mines in India are currently experiencing significant pressure to keep up with the escalating demand for electricity, which has been fuelled by the country's rapidly expanding economy and swift electrification efforts, Reuters reported.
India's power consumption rose 19 pc in first fortnight of May compared to 2020
New Delhi/IBNS: India's power consumption rose by nearly 19 per cent in the first fortnight of May to 51.67 billion units (BU) compared to the same period previous year, reflecting recovery in industrial and commercial demand of electricity, power ministry data showed.
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