Punjab Power Crisis Deepens as 14-Hour Cuts Hit Factories, Farms
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In Punjab, power generation has fallen by 1,915 megawatts due to coal shortages and technical faults, leading to power outages of 12 to 14 hours in industrial cities like Ludhiana, Mohali, and Jalandhar. Farmers are also facing crop losses due to the lack of electricity and canal water.
Punjab power crisis deepens as 14-hour cuts hit factories, farms
Punjab is facing prolonged power cuts as soaring demand, coal shortages and plant outages strain supply. The shortages have disrupted factories, hit paddy irrigation in Moga and triggered protests across the state.
Chandigarh: Severe power crisis in Punjab. Power outages lasting 12 to 14 hours in various parts of the state. Sharp rise in power demand and coal shortage have led to...
Punjab Getting 1,051 MW Less Than Its Share From Central Power Pool: Tarunpreet Sond
Chandigarh, September 12, 2026 (Yes Punjab News) Punjab is currently receiving 1,051 MW less electricity than its allocated share from the Central Power Pool, Power and Public Works Minister Tarunpreet Singh Sond said on Saturday, urging the Centre to immediately ensure the state gets its full entitlement. Emphasising the importance of uninterrupted electricity supply for […]
Minister Tarunpreet Singh Sond said that the power crisis in the state will be resolved within the next two days. He added that two more units will be operational within 24 to 48 hours. After this, the power crisis will be resolved.
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