India’s tightening power supply
India’s power deficit deepened as weak wind generation added to a hydro shortfall. Shortages reached a three-year high, prompting states including Rajasthan and Gujarat to seek extra power.
Timeline
Tuesday, 6 October
- States seek extra power as nighttime supply tightens
Rajasthan, Gujarat, Maharashtra and Tamil Nadu have sought additional power supplies
- Eight states and Delhi seek extra power as India’s night-time supply squeeze worsens
India’s power shortages hit a three-year high
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