India
Heatwave Drives Record Power Demand in India
News Mania Desk/ Piyal Chatterjee/ 27th April 2026

India is facing an intense heatwave, pushing electricity demand to a record 256 GW as temperatures soar across multiple states. Increased use of cooling systems has strained power infrastructure, prompting alerts from authorities. Officials warn that prolonged extreme weather could further pressure energy supply and disrupt normal life.



