India, April 25 -- India's peak power demand surged to a seasonal high of 240 GW on Thursday, driven by intense heat and increased air conditioner usage, according to the latest power ministry data.

The country's peak power demand met (the highest supply in a day) was recorded a tad higher at 240.12 GW on April 23, up from 239.70 GW on April 22, the highest during this summer.

According to experts, the peak power demand may soon breach the second-highest recorded at 243.27 GW in September 2023, with rising mercury levels and an increase in the intensity of heat waves in the country.

The record high of 250 GW of peak power demand was recorded in May 2024.

Last year, the peak power demand was 242.77 GW, which was recorded in June, 2025....