power-crisis

Severe load shedding began in the country in August this year. On August 10, a record 3,671 megawatts of load shedding was recorded. However, load shedding became somewhat manageable around the middle of September. But as temperatures rose and production at several major power plants declined, the level of load shedding increased again across the country at the end of September. People’s lives have been disrupted as electricity remains unavailable for hours amid the intense heat. Business activi...

As electricity demand rises amid intense heat, supply is falling to less than half of the demand. As a result, electricity is being supplied in Rajbari almost in measured doses. Customers are suffering from eight to nine hours of load shedding throughout the day and night. Frequent power cuts and restoration are causing hardship and damaging electrical appliances. Electricity dependent businesses and institutions are also facing severe disruptions. Electricity is being supplied in interva...

As people struggle with the severe gas and power crisis that has continued for more than a month, Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA) President Mahmud Hasan Khan has proposed a quick formula to ease the situation. He said the crisis could be significantly reduced within just 30 days if the government plays all the “cards” available to it for power generation at the same time. For this, furnace oil-based power plants that are closed or operating at reduced ca...

Load shedding is increasing in Faridpur alongside the ongoing heat wave, worsening public suffering. From the district town to the upazila and village levels, frequent interruptions in electricity supply have made daily life increasingly difficult. In a special notice, Faridpur Palli Bidyut Samity said load shedding is occurring in various areas under its jurisdiction due to rising electricity demand and the impact of the global energy crisis. The notice said the Faridpur Palli Bidyut Sam...