India orders imported coal power plants to run at full capacity
Government mandates continuous output for three months
Change
India directed imported coal-based power plants to operate at full capacity from April 1 to June 30, 2026 under Section 11 of the Electricity Act.
Why it matters
The directive removes discretion to idle or reduce output, forcing continuous generation during peak demand season.
Implications
- — Generators must run at full output — operational flexibility reduced
- — Fuel consumption rises — supply planning pressure increases
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