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Power cuts disrupt Dasara festivities in Warangal
Frequent power cuts are disrupting Dasara celebrations in Warangal, leaving households hosting relatives and preparing traditional food without fans or air-conditioners in high heat and humidity. Urban consumers say supply reliability has become a concern, while rural areas report interruptions affecting agricultural work. Children, elderly people, and women working in kitchens are most exposed to the discomfort.
Data from the Telangana Northern Power Distribution Company Limited shows that 547.97 million units of electricity were consumed between 11 October and 16 October, with daily peak demand ranging from 6,448 MW to 6,708 MW. The highest single-day consumption was 94.56 million units on 11 October. The Hanamkonda and Warangal electricity circles together recorded peak demand of about 717 MW on 16 October.
The figures do not establish the extent or duration of power cuts. Consumers have urged the electricity department to address supply problems and minimise interruptions for the rest of the festive season.
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The consumption data from TG NPDCL covers only the quantity of power drawn, not the reliability of supply. Without recordings of when and for how long feeders were switched off, the utility’s own numbers cannot confirm or deny the disruptions residents describe. The Hanamkonda and Warangal circles together drew about 717 MW at peak on 16 October, but that aggregate masks which localities or villages faced hours-long blackouts. Officials now have the specific timings and locations from consumer complaints, whether they act on them before the remaining festival days end will determine if the festive season ends on a note of relief or more discomfort.
Source: deccanchronicle.com
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