• By Kamakshi Bishnoi
  • Wed, 02 Apr 2025 02:04 PM (IST)
  • Source:JND
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Uttar Pradesh has witnessed its daily peak electricity demand more than double over the past 13 fiscal years, rising from 2,525 lakh units in 2012-13 to 6,595 lakh units by the end of March 2025.

The state’s total annual power consumption has also seen a remarkable surge, more than doubling from approximately 7,65,746 lakh units in 2012-13 to a record 16,38,528 lakh units by the end of the 2024-25 fiscal year.

This unprecedented rise in demand presents a growing challenge for power management. Despite continuous efforts by the government and power authorities to meet these requirements, increasing line losses and resource constraints make ensuring a stable electricity supply difficult.

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The minimum daily demand has also seen a significant jump, from 1,241 lakh units in 2012-13 to 3,071 lakh units in 2024-25. With consumption expected to rise further during the upcoming hot and humid months, power management authorities are gearing up to utilise all available resources. Additionally, arrangements are being made to import electricity from private and central sectors to prevent shortages during peak hours.

The government is also emphasising increased power generation from both existing and new thermal projects, with a strong focus on expediting the completion of under-construction units to keep up with growing demand. 

Furthermore, timely annual maintenance of older power plants is being prioritised to maximise their efficiency during peak hours, while newly commissioned units are being closely monitored to ensure a swift ramp-up in production. These measures aim to reduce dependence on costly power purchases from private and central sectors while ensuring a stable and reliable electricity supply in Uttar Pradesh.