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Six states seek short-term power amid 5.8 GW evening deficit; TN bids reach record ₹41.50 per unit.

Name: Six states seek short-term power amid 5.8 GW evening deficit; TN bids reach record ₹41.50 per unit.
Uploaded: 2026-10-30T04:55:01+00:00
Description: At least six states—Gujarat, Rajasthan, Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Tamil Nadu and Kerala—are seeking additional electricity through short-term tenders to prepare for possible winter shortages, particularly during evening peak hours. The evening power shortfall reached 5.8 GW in October.

Published 30 October 2026

At least six states—Gujarat, Rajasthan, Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Tamil Nadu and Kerala—are seeking additional electricity through short-term tenders to prepare for possible winter shortages, particularly during evening peak hours. The evening power shortfall reached 5.8 GW in October.

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Producer: Spot On
Topics: Public money
Last updated: 30 October 2026