IN PICS | Shiromani Akali Dal & BSP Lead Protests In Parts Of Punjab Against Erratic Power Supply

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The electricity demand in Punjab has peaked to over 14,000 MW a day, forcing the state-owned power utility PSPCL to impose unscheduled power cuts and regulatory measures on the industry. Against the erratic power supply, consumers at several places held protests and blocked roads, with the Opposition slamming the ruling Congress for not being able to meet the demand. (Image Source: PTI)

The Punjab government on Thursday reduced timings of government offices and ordered cut down on power supply to high energy-consuming industries as the electricity demand in the state soared to over 14,000 MW a day. Government offices in Ludhiana, switch off their air conditioners in line with Punjab CM's appeal to make judicious use of electricity.(Image Source: ANI)