BENGALURU:
The Chief Minister of Karnataka, Siddaramaiah, announced today that there has been an increase in the demand for electricity due to the lack of rainfall and the onset of summer.
Speaking to the media at Vidhansouda, he highlighted the pressing issue of decreasing electricity production and the rising demand. Last year, at this time, the state was utilizing 9000 MW of electricity, whereas this year, the demand has surged to 15000 to 16000 MW.
In response to this crisis, the Chief Minister has called for a meeting this afternoon to discuss the possibility of purchasing electricity from external sources.
Furthermore, Siddaramaiah emphasized that an order was issued yesterday, stating that electricity producers must sell their supply exclusively to the government and refrain from selling it elsewhere. This measure aims to ensure that the state has access to the necessary electricity to meet the growing demand.
Addressing the allegations made by the opposition party, BJP, regarding the lack of precautionary measures, Siddaramaiah dismissed their claims, stating that it is impossible to respond to every political statement made by the opposition. He questioned their understanding of the reality, emphasizing that the drought caused by the absence of rainfall is a significant challenge. However, he assured the public that electricity is still being supplied, and there is no complete load shedding. The Chief Minister further mentioned that the duration of electricity availability in three-phase supply will be discussed during today’s meeting, as it is not feasible to provide electricity for seven hours.
In conclusion, the Chief Minister of Karnataka is taking proactive steps to address the increasing demand for electricity in the state. By convening a meeting and exploring options for purchasing electricity from external sources, he aims to ensure that the needs of the people are met during this challenging period of decreased electricity production.
