Punjab Power Demand Hits Record High Amid Heatwave

Punjab's power usage hit a new high, even on a holiday, due to intense heat and the need to pump water for rice farming.

The state is drawing a lot of electricity from outside sources.

It is also using a lot of groundwater because it has not rained much.

The weather forecast predicts more hot weather in the coming days.

Authorities are urging people to stay safe in the heat.

Power plants have enough coal, but water levels in key reservoirs are low.