Dhaka, Feb. 18 -- Energy Adviser Fouzul Kabir Khan announced on Monday that no organisations, institutions, or individuals will be allowed to set air conditioners below 25degC during the upcoming summer. He warned that violations of this regulation could result in electricity disconnection and legal action.

The government views this measure as a scientific and effective approach to addressing electricity shortages and load shedding, although energy experts have raised concerns about the challenges of monitoring compliance. Power sector officials stated that energy wastage due to excessive air conditioning is a significant issue, with air conditioners consuming around 30 per cent of energy.

They emphasised that even small changes in AC t...