Archive · 10 Jun 2025
Delhi Swelters as India Successfully Meets Power Demand
Delhi is experiencing a scorching heatwave, with temperatures hitting a season high and feeling even hotter.
The government is also standardizing air conditioner temperatures between 20 and 28 degrees Celsius to save energy.
Across India, the peak power demand was successfully met, showing a strong power infrastructure.
The hot weather continues with forecasts for potential relief through rain and thunderstorms in Delhi starting June 12.
Delhi recorded its hottest day of the season at 43.8 degrees Celsius, with a real-feel of 47.1 degrees Celsius.
The IMD issued an orange alert for Delhi, warning of continued heatwave conditions.
Air quality in Delhi was recorded in the 'poor' category with an AQI of 215.
India successfully met peak power demand of 241 GW on June 9, with zero shortage reported.
New regulations will standardize AC temperatures between 20°C and 28°C to promote energy efficiency.
- Who
- India's power sector, India Meteorological Department (IMD), Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), Union Minister Manohar Lal Khattar
- What
- Delhi recorded its hottest day of the season and India met its peak power demand.
- When
- June 10, 2025
- Where
- Delhi, India; Various locations across India
- Why
- Heatwave conditions and rising temperatures
- Delhi Maximum Temperature
- 43.8 degrees Celsius
- Delhi Real-Feel Temperature
- 47.1 degrees Celsius
- Delhi Air Quality Index (AQI)
- 215 (Poor)
- Peak Power Demand Met
- 241 GW (June 9)
- AC Temperature Standardization
- 20°C to 28°C
Sources
Power deficit nil, India emerging as energy surplus nation: Manohar Lal
Punjab witnesses all-time high power demand of 16,249 MW amid heatwave
Delhi Sizzles At 43.8 Degrees Celsius, Records Season's Hottest Day
'India successfully met peak power demand on June 9': ML Khattar as heatwave grips northern states
Delhi records season's hottest day at 43.8 deg C; real-feel 47 deg C
