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20 July 2026

Haryana power outages and protests

The topic serves as a practical example of the challenges in power infrastructure management and its impact on agricultural and industrial sectors, which are relevant themes for GS3 and GS2 but lacks the specificity of a national policy or landmark event.

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Notes

  • Haryana experienced a 32.18% year-on-year increase in electricity consumption on July 18, reaching 3,135.42 lakh units compared to 2,372.05 lakh units the previous year.
  • The surge in power demand is attributed to a prolonged monsoon deficit, high temperatures, increased agricultural load, and industrial activity.
  • Unscheduled power outages have been reported in districts including Bhiwani, Hisar, Panipat, Fatehabad, and Charkhi Dadri.
  • Public protests and road blockades have occurred in response to the power supply disruptions.
  • State power distribution is managed by Dakshin Haryana Bijli Vitran Nigam and Uttar Haryana Bijli Vitran Nigam.
  • Government strategies for power management include advance planning, power procurement, transmission network strengthening, and modern load management.

Questions

  1. Analyze the challenges faced by state power distribution companies in balancing the competing demands of agricultural, industrial, and domestic sectors during periods of extreme climatic stress. 150 words
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Prelims

  1. What was the approximate year-on-year percentage increase in electricity consumption recorded in Haryana on July 18?

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