The power utilities in Andhra Pradesh are geared up to meet the imminent surge in energy demand which is expected to cross 250 Million Units (MU) per day in the coming weeks.
The energy demand in April 2024 has been between 235 MU and 245 MU. The demand met so far in the month until April 26 stood at 6,345 MU, with a maximum of 253 MU on April 19, according to official sources.
Of the total power demand met in April, 45.70% (thermal and hydel) has been contributed by AP-Genco. Non-conventional energy (wind and solar) accounted for nearly 15.27% of the demand that was met.