India’s Power Consumption Rises 12.85% To 169.01 BU In August Amid High Humidity

New Delhi, Sept 2 (KNN) India’s power consumption increased 12.85 per cent year-on-year (YoY) to 169.01 billion units (BU) in August, according to official data, driven largely by higher use of cooling appliances amid humid weather conditions.

Power consumption stood at 149.76 BU in August 2025.

Humidity Drives Cooling Demand

Experts said higher feel-like temperatures caused by elevated humidity across several parts of the country led to increased use of air conditioners and other cooling appliances, pushing up electricity demand.

Peak power demand also rose to 258.27 GW in August from 229.72 GW a year earlier. However, it remained below the record 270.82 GW recorded in May this year.

Peak demand during the previous summer stood at 242.77 GW in June 2025, below the government’s projection of 277 GW reported PTI.

Power Demand May Stay Elevated In September

Experts expect electricity demand to remain steady in September as humid conditions continue during the monsoon season.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast deficient rainfall for this year’s monsoon and projected below-normal rainfall in September.

The anticipated weather conditions could further support higher demand for cooling appliances, potentially keeping power consumption elevated during the month.

(KNN Bureau)