1. Power situation back to normal, demand increased by 43% in 2023: CM Siddaramaiah
Stating that the average demand for power has increased by 43% in 2023 as compared to the corresponding period in 2022, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah claimed that the electricity situation in Karnataka returned to normal after supply outside the State was prohibited. A decision has been taken to supply power for seven hours to IP sets of farmers.
Power consumption in agriculture sector had seen an increase in the range of 55% to 119%. The increase in power consumption in other sectors ranges from 9% to 14%. “The higher demand and consumption is due to deficient rainfall, usage of irrigation pumpsets before the normal time, and post-Covid-19 economic growth,” the CM said.
