El Nino conditions have pushed Andhra Pradesh's electricity demand up by 50 million units, creating pressure on power sector. AP Energy Minister Gottipati Ravi said thermal plants have adequate coal stocks for 15 days, while hydropower generation has stopped. The state is strengthening supply through power purchases and plans to develop 5,500 MW of capacity.
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El Nino Effect: AP Plans 5,500 MW Capacity Boost
