Why it is in the news
On 29 September 2026, the Telangana Southern Power Distribution Company (TGSPDCL) recorded an all-time-high electricity demand of 12,044 MW at 3:52 PM, surpassing its previous record of 11,828 MW, set on 11 September 2026.
The exam angle
Syllabus: Group 1 Paper-II (Geography of Telangana): “Thermal and Hydro Power Projects – Problems and Prospects.” Relevant to Telangana's power-sector institutional structure, frequently tested in Groups 2-4.