Palakkad, Kerala Power Minister K. Krishnankutty said on Sunday that although power consumption has crossed record levels, no load shedding will be implemented in the state.
On Saturday, daily power consumption reached a record high of 117.15 million units, while peak demand rose to 6,033 megawatts, Krishnankutty said in a press conference.
He said that despite the challenges, the state government decided not to impose load shedding.
“As purchasing more electricity from power exchanges has become difficult, the Kerala State Electricity Board has sought permission from the Kerala Electricity Regulatory Commission to enter into long-term agreements with power suppliers from other states. We expect approval by April 22,” he said.
He added that if permission is granted, the state will not face an electricity crisis.
“At the moment, there is no situation that calls for load shedding. We have made the necessary arrangements,” he said.
The minister said that as the summer heat intensified, the use of fans and air conditioners increased significantly.
He also pointed out that due to the shortage of LPG, more people are using induction cookers, which has led to increased electricity consumption.
Krishnankutty urged the public to avoid using high-powered electrical appliances during peak hours between 6pm and 11pm.
He said high temperatures are likely to continue until April 26.
Responding to concerns about frequent power outages, the minister said it was mainly due to overloading, which leads to tripping.
He expressed hope that with the onset of rains in May, electricity generation in the state would improve and the situation would ease.
He added: “Previously, we avoided concluding long-term agreements with energy suppliers due to concerns about financial losses. Now we have decided to move forward. Once such agreements are concluded, there will be no crisis.”
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