India September Power Demand Jumps 11.3%, Peak Demand Hits Record
India's power consumption in September increased by 11.3% year-on-year to 162 billion units, driven by demand for cooling and irrigation. The country also recorded its highest-ever peak power demand met at 269 GW during the month.
3% from a year earlier to 162 billion units, helped by cooling and irrigation demand amid a deficit monsoon. The country also met its highest-ever peak power demand for the month at 269 GW. The country's largest power generator, NTPC Ltd, generated 3…