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Kerala Ensures No Power Cuts During FIFA World Cup Final

Kerala Ensures No Power Cuts During FIFA World Cup Final
No Power Cuts in Kerala During FIFA World Cup Final · deccanchronicle.com

The Kerala Electricity Minister, Sunny Joseph, promised that there will be no power cuts during the FIFA World Cup final between Argentina and Spain.

The match will be broadcast at 12:30 AM IST.

The minister said special arrangements have been made to ensure uninterrupted electricity supply.

However, Kerala is facing a power crisis due to less rainfall and higher temperatures.

This has reduced water in hydroelectric dams and increased electricity demand.

The previous government had canceled a long-term power purchase agreement, which is now causing a shortage.

The state is buying expensive electricity to meet the demand.

The minister also addressed criticisms and said the issues can be resolved through discussions.

Key facts

Event
FIFA World Cup final
Teams
Argentina vs. Spain
Broadcast Time
12:30 AM IST
Power Supply
Uninterrupted during the match
Power Shortage
500-600 MW during peak hours
Power Purchase
200 MW at Rs 850 crore
Rainfall Shortfall
Reduced hydroelectric power generation
Temperature Impact
Increased electricity demand

Quotes

Sunny Joseph

Kerala Electricity Minister

“Leaders speaking against each other publicly should stop. We have to work together. Criticisms should remain within the party. Matters that need to be discussed can be raised within the party itself.”
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“We want people to watch the match. All arrangements have been made. Even by paying a premium, we have ensured that there will be uninterrupted electricity supply during the day and night today.”
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