Hyderabad, Oct. 4: Hyderabad’s peak electricity demand touched a record 4,114 megawatts (MW) on October 1, reflecting the city’s rising power requirements. The demand within Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC) limits peaked at 6.30 pm, according to records from TGSPDCL, TGTransco and GHMC.
The latest figure exceeded peak demand recorded during the corresponding period in the previous three years. Officials have linked the broader rise in electricity consumption to urban expansion and the growth of IT and commercial establishments.
During the September 25 to October 2 period, GHMC’s peak demand ranged between 2,647 MW and 3,043 MW in 2023. It rose to between 2,999 MW and 3,417 MW in 2024. In 2025, the range stood between 2,682 MW and 3,281 MW.
Hyderabad Power Consumption Crosses 85 Million Units
Daily electricity consumption in Hyderabad reached 85.85 million units (MU) on September 30 and 85.82 MU on October 1.
Across the TGSPDCL supply area, peak demand climbed from 9,601 MW on September 25 to a record 12,299 MW on September 30. Electricity consumption in the distribution company’s area also increased from 185.79 MU to 223.34 MU during the same period.
Telangana also recorded its highest-ever power demand of 19,892 MW on September 30. The state’s energy consumption reached 327.56 MU on that day.
The growing demand reflects the increasing electricity needs of residential areas, offices, IT facilities and commercial establishments across Hyderabad. Officials have also cited urban growth as a factor behind the rising load.
The latest figures underline the pressure on electricity infrastructure as Hyderabad expands. Maintaining reliable supply will require utilities to keep strengthening distribution networks and preparing for higher demand.
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