Hyderabad, May 5 -- The managing director of Telangana State Southern Power Distribution Company Limited (TSSPDCL), Musharraf Ali Faruqui, reported a staggering surge in electricity consumption within GHMC. The highest consumption of 89.71 million units was recorded on Friday, May 3, marking a significant increase of 53.77% as compared to May 3, 2023.

Faruqui further highlighted April 30 recorded the highest demand of 4,214 MW under the limits of the GHMC and the possibility of a further surge in demand for electricity throughout the summer season.

This surge in electricity consumption is not an isolated incident; data indicate a consistent upward trajectory. In March 2024, consumption of 79.48 million units was recorded in GHMC limits,...