Kochi, April 29 (IANS) Kerala did not witness any load shedding on Tuesday, with only minimal and highly localised power restrictions imposed despite sustained high demand, according to the state power utility, the Kerala State Electricity Board (KSEB). KSEB also expressed concern over sections of the media reporting that load shedding had been imposed in Kerala.The utility said its earlier communication had been misinterpreted.The official statement had only authorised the Chief Engineer in cha…
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Thiruvananthapuram April 27 (IANS) Kerala has moved to formalise power restrictions amid an unprecedented surge in electricity demand, with peak load management now effectively translating into scheduled, short-duration outages across parts of the state.The Kerala State Electricity Board (KSEB) is all set to regulate power supply for 15 to 30 minutes in select areas, particularly during peak evening hours between 6 p.m. and 11 p.m., with advance intimation via SMS wherever feasible.The decision …
Thiruvananthapuram, April 25 (IANS) The Kerala government has stepped up its response to the ongoing heatwave in the state. Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan chaired a high-level review meeting on Saturday, outlining a multi-pronged strategy to protect public health and safety amid rising temperatures.The meeting, held online, reviewed the impact of the heat wave and directed authorities to ensure the availability of drinking water, ORS, and first-aid facilities for sunstroke at key public spaces …
Thiruvananthapuram, April 25 (IANS) Leader of the Opposition V. D. Satheesan on Saturday alleged that Kerala’s emerging power crisis and unannounced load shedding were the result of the state government scrapping long-term electricity purchase agreements, claiming corruption was the motive behind the decision.He demanded the immediate withdrawal of power restrictions, warning of strong protests by the UDF if the situation continues.Calling the outages amid intense heat a challenge to the peopl…
Thiruvananthapuram, April 15 (IANS) Kerala is witnessing an unprecedented surge in electricity consumption as an intense heat wave, coupled with a shortage of cooking gas, is driving households and small businesses to rely more on electric appliances.Consequent to this, the state recorded a peak power demand of 6,012 MW on Tuesday evening, the highest ever, surpassing Monday’s 5,933 MW.Total daily consumption also touched a monthly high of 112.52 million units.Of this, a substantial 87.42 mill…