New Delhi, May 1: According to official data, India’s electricity consumption recorded a modest increase of 4.04% in April, reaching 153.99 billion units (BU). However, the demand for electricity was slightly subdued in the first half of the month due to unseasonal rainfall, which kept temperatures lower.
In April 2025, the total electricity consumption in the country was 148.01 billion units.
On April 25, the peak electricity demand hit a record high of 256.11 gigawatts (GW) across the nation. This surge was attributed to rising temperatures, leading to increased use of air conditioners and other cooling devices in homes and businesses.
Experts predict that the maximum electricity demand will continue to rise in the coming months. The Ministry of Power estimates that demand could reach 270 gigawatts this summer. The steady increase in temperatures since mid-April has contributed to the rising electricity consumption.
The India Meteorological Department has reported that temperatures in several regions have risen by 5 degrees Celsius or more above normal, creating heat stress conditions in many parts of the country.
Last summer, the peak electricity demand was recorded at 242.77 gigawatts in June 2025, which was lower than the government’s estimate of 277 gigawatts.
Experts indicate that electricity demand and consumption will further increase in May, as the India Meteorological Department has forecasted severe heat this year.
Solar energy is rapidly becoming a crucial part of India’s electricity system, helping to meet the growing demand while reducing reliance on fossil fuels.
According to the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy, as of March 31, 2026, India’s total installed solar capacity has surpassed 150.26 gigawatts, marking one of the fastest expansions in the energy sector.
This growth is attributed to the record number of new solar projects added in the fiscal year 2025-26, making solar energy the fastest-growing energy source in the country.
The India Meteorological Department has also issued warnings for severe heatwaves across the country between April and June 2026. The northern plains of the Ganges, central India, and eastern coastal states may experience more heatwave days than usual.
In several areas, temperatures could exceed 45 degrees Celsius, and increased humidity may pose additional risks to the population.
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