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Erratic Rain, High Base Drag April-June Power Use in 8 of Top 10 States
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India’s power consumption patterns from April to June 2025 have taken an unusual turn, driven by a mix of erratic rainfall and a high base effect. Data reveals that electricity demand growth in eight of the country's top 10 power-consuming states decelerated during this period compared to the same quarter last year.
States Affected
Major contributors to India’s electricity consumption—such as Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh, Gujarat, Tamil Nadu, Rajasthan, Karnataka, West Bengal, and Madhya Pradesh—saw a notable dip in power usage growth. This unexpected stagnation is largely due to the high base of 2024 and irregular pre-monsoon showers disrupting standard consumption cycles.
Key Observations:
Maharashtra and Tamil Nadu, industrial powerhouses, reported subdued industrial electricity usage.
Uttar Pradesh saw a brief spike in early April, which later normalized due to rainfall in June.
Rajasthan and Karnataka experienced decreased peak hour loads owing to intermittent rainfall and reduced air conditioning use.
States like Delhi and Telangana, however, bucked the trend with marginal gains due to infrastructure upgrades and urban consumption.
Reasons Behind the Dip
Erratic Rainfall: The early onset and inconsistency of the monsoon season moderated the demand for cooling appliances.
High Base Effect: The April-June quarter in 2024 saw record-high demand due to a delayed monsoon and intense heatwave, making 2025’s growth appear lower.
Energy Efficiency Improvements: Adoption of energy-efficient devices in urban areas helped contain unnecessary power usage.
Renewable Energy Influence: Solar and wind generation, especially in Tamil Nadu and Karnataka, filled some of the shortfall in grid demand.
Outlook for Q3 and Beyond
Experts suggest a possible rebound in electricity demand during July-September if the monsoon becomes more active, boosting both agricultural and rural power consumption. However, the uneven distribution of rainfall could continue to skew consumption trends.
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(FAQ) – FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Q1. Why did power demand slow down between April and June 2025?
The slowdown was primarily due to erratic rainfall and the high base effect from last year's elevated demand.
Q2. Which states saw the most significant impact?
Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, Gujarat, and Uttar Pradesh were among the top states experiencing reduced year-on-year growth.
Q3. How does erratic rainfall impact electricity use?
It reduces demand for cooling systems in households and commercial units, significantly affecting peak hour loads.
Q4. Is the dip in demand a long-term concern?
Not necessarily. The drop is largely seasonal and could rebound depending on weather and economic activity in Q3 and Q4.
Q5. What role does renewable energy play in this trend?
Renewable energy helped reduce grid dependency in some states, especially during non-peak hours.
Published on:July 18,2025
Published by :Selvi
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