The soaring temperatures have shot up demand for electricity in Telangana. As the mercury levels are expected to rise further in the coming days, Deputy Chief Minister and Power Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka directed power utilities to prepare advanced plans and ensure there are no interruptions in the power supply to hospitals, drinking water supply schemes and other essential services. The State recorded the highest temperature of 46℃ on three consecutive days from Monday (April 27, 2026).
In view of the increasing demand for electricity, the Power Minister conducted a review meeting with senior officials of the Energy Department at Praja Bhavan in Hyderabad on Thursday (April 30, 2026) where directions were issued to avoid interruptions.
Officials informed him that increase in the usage of air conditioners and coolers at homes and offices, and increase in demand for agricultural purposes, has put additional pressure on the power grid. The minister directed officials to procure additional power through power exchanges to ensure there is no shortage for the state’s needs. Mr. Vikramarka also instructed that all available power generation units in the State be utilized to their full capacity and that hydropower generation be managed efficiently.
