Chennai, May 8:
Tamil Nadu has assured that there will be no power shortage in the state even as electricity demand continues to rise sharply during the ongoing summer season.
Officials said that peak demand has already crossed the 20,000 MW mark and has gone up to around 22,000 MW in recent weeks. Despite this surge, the state power system is operating with adequate buffer capacity to meet consumption without disruption.
Authorities explained that thermal power stations have sufficient coal stock to maintain steady generation. Alongside this, seasonal wind power generation is expected to pick up from mid-May, which will further strengthen overall supply and reduce dependency on other sources.
The government also clarified that Tamil Nadu currently holds surplus generation capacity compared to present demand levels. Instances of localized power cuts, if any, are attributed to distribution-level or technical issues rather than a statewide shortage.
To ensure long-term stability during peak consumption periods, the state has also arranged additional power procurement agreements, including sourcing electricity from neighbouring states to reinforce grid reliability during high-demand months.