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Power Purchase Only For Peak Hours To Avoid Outages: Nirmal Kumar

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Summary
The government would go for long term power purchase for a lesser amount in future, he added.
Key Facts
TypeNews
SourceDeccan Chronicle
PublishedTuesday, 13 October 2026
Affected Population1.4 billion consumers, 300 million without reliable power
Key Numbers
500 GW non-fossil fuel capacity target by 2030
Saubhagya: 100% household electrification
175 GW renewable energy installed (2025)
Key Authorities
Ministry of PowerMinistry of New & Renewable EnergyCEA
Key Stakeholders
Power ConsumersDISCOMsCoal Industry
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NDA IIIBJP-led NDA
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