In Short : Uttar Pradesh has witnessed a major improvement in its power supply system, with power cuts reported to be almost negligible even during periods of peak demand. The development reflects strengthened generation capacity, improved grid management, and better distribution efficiency, marking a significant shift towards reliable and uninterrupted electricity access across the state. […]
India faces high risks of power cuts after years of coal, hydro power neglect – EQ Mag
A rapid addition of solar farms has helped India avert daytime supply gaps, but a shortage of coal-fired and hydropower capacity risks exposing millions to widespread outages at night India faces a high risk of nighttime power cuts this summer and in coming years, as delays in adding new coal-fired and hydropower capacity could limit […]
Power cuts forcing farmers to turn to solar pumps, prices increase by 16% – EQ Mag Pro
Bijnor: Extremely distressed over unscheduled power cuts in the district, the farmers are now increasingly looking towards solar-powered water pumps. Under the state government initiative, solar pump voltaic irrigation pump scheme launched in 2015-16, farmers are provided 60% subsidy on solar water pumps used for irrigation. However, it hit a roadblock during Covid-19 pandemic, said […]