India, Sept. 11 -- India's power sector has undergone a major transformation over the past decade, with electricity demand nearly doubling alongside a significant expansion in generation and transmission infrastructure. According to the government, peak power demand increased from 135.9 GW in 2013-14 to a record 270.8 GW on May 21, 2026, reflecting rising consumption across households, industries and businesses as economic activity expands.

To meet this growing requirement, India has substantially increased its power generation capacity. Total installed capacity climbed from 249 GW in March 2014 to 552 GW by July 2026. The expansion has strengthened the country's ability to meet present demand while creating additional capacity to accom...