After a record peak demand of over 16,000 MW earlier this year in August, in the upcoming summer season, the peak demand in Karnataka is expected to go up to 18,000-18,500 MW, officials in the Energy Department said on Tuesday.
The expected average power demand for February, March, and April would be around 15,500-16,500 MW. However, the department is confident of catering to the higher demand, Energy Minister K.J. George said at a press conference, adding that the preparations have already begun.
While the power demand in the State currently is around 14,000 MW, there is no shortfall of power due to all the measures taken, the officials said. “We already know our power sources well (to supply to the higher demand). We are deficient in hydel, but in thermal plants we are looking to generate more. We currently have an installed capacity of 5,020 MW and have generated up to 3,400 MW. In the last 40 days, there has been no shortfall of power,” said Gaurav Gupta, Additional Chief Secretary, Energy Department.
