Centre invokes emergency mechanism amid surging power demand, directs captive plants to run at full capacity
The Centre invoked emergency measures on Friday, directing 112 captive coal-fired power plants to operate at full capacity from October 1 to December 31. This decision comes amid a surge in electricity demand, with peak power demand reaching 269 gigawatts on September 10, nearing summer levels. The government aims to ensure adequate power supply during this unusual demand spike.