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Gujarat asks factories to curb power usage as demand surges

Gujarat state has requested factories to limit their electricity consumption during peak evening hours from 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. The call comes amid rising power demand driven by increased industrial activity and insufficient coal supplies. Several states are seeking short-term coal power through tenders to address the shortages. India's coal inventories at power plants have decreased significantly, resulting in widened gaps between supply and demand.

21 Oct 2026 3:23 pm