This surpasses the previous peak of 4,421 MW recorded at 7.06 pm on March 3, 2026: Reports
HYDERABAD: The Southern Power Distribution Company of Telangana (TGSPDCL) announced that the Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC) area hit a new maximum demand of 4,381 MW at 4.01 pm on Monday, underscoring surging power needs amid the summer heat.
This surpasses the previous peak of 4,421 MW recorded at 7.06 pm on March 3, 2026. Despite the spike, TGSPDCL assured uninterrupted quality supply, grid stability, and readiness to meet further demand surges.
Power demand in the state and GHMC limits over the past week was as follows: 16,451 MW in the state and 3,944 MW in GHMC on April 6; 16,468 MW and 3,933 MW on April 7; 16,471 MW and 3,989 MW on April 8; 17,002 MW and 4,106 MW on April 9; 16,747 MW and 4,119 MW on April 10; 16,401 MW and 4,049 MW on April 11; and 15,515 MW and 3,960 MW on April 12.
The trend reflects steady demand pressures in GHMC limits, driven by urban consumption after the Rabi season.
