India experienced a peak power demand of 235.06 GW, driven by soaring temperatures and increased use of cooling appliances like air conditioners. The power ministry predicts the demand to rise further, possibly surpassing the previous all-time high of 243.27 GW recorded in September 2023. The India Meteorological Department forecasts a warmer summer with more heatwave days due to El Nino conditions. Temperatures ranging from 40 to 47 degrees Celsius were reported in several regions, prompting warnings of heatwave to severe heatwave conditions in various parts of the country from May 23 to 26.