New Delhi, April 2 -- Delhi's power distribution companies (discoms) are gearing up to meet the projected surge in power demand in the national capital in the upcoming summer season.

BSES Rajdhani Power Ltd (BRPL), BSES Yamuna Power Ltd (BYPL) and Tata Power - Delhi Distribution Ltd (DDL) have said that they are prepared to meet this surge in demand through various measures including entering long-term power purchase agreements and banking arrangements, and strengthening their networks through maintenance and upgradations.

Peak power demand in Delhi is projected to hit 9,000MW for the first time this year at a time even as the nationwide peak demand is also likely to touch new highs due to above-normal temperatures in summers and heatwa...