Kerala's Power Strain: Meeting the Summer Surge

The Kerala State Electricity Regulatory Commission has approved additional electricity procurement to address power demands during the summer of 2026. The move follows significant power deficits faced by the state. The Kerala State Electricity Board is tasked with procuring power through markets to meet demand amid high rates.

The Kerala State Electricity Regulatory Commission (KSERC) has given the green light to the Kerala State Electricity Board (KSEB) for procuring extra electricity to handle increased summer consumption.

This decision was made on Saturday following KSEB's petition that highlighted the surge in power consumption during late April and early May 2026, which led to considerable deficits despite alternative procurement arrangements.

The commission also noted that KSEB would procure up to 250 MW from power exchanges, emphasizing the need for daily monitoring and reporting of the power situation until conditions improve.