Energy scenario bleak as India faces sharp decline in power generation

The lesser inflow of water into rivers and the declining levels in dams and reservoirs across the southern, western and north-eastern regions of the country have led to a sharp decline in power generation, particularly hydro-power. The gas-based stations have also been under-performing due to shortage of fuel, leading to outages, power cuts and blackouts in many parts of the country.

The power crisis has hit both domestic consumers and industrial units. In Punjab, industry is up in arms against constant power cuts that have impacted their production and delivery schedules badly. The situation is no better in Haryana, where power cuts continue to rule the roost.

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