Coal shortage deepens power crisis in Punjab, generation drops by 1,500 MW: Minister

Punjab's power generation has declined by 1,500 MW due to a national coal shortage. Major thermal plants are operating at reduced capacity, impacting electricity supply across the state. The central government's reduced coal supply has worsened the situation for key power facilities. Power cuts are being imposed in domestic and industrial sectors due to this crisis. The state government demands immediate central government action to resolve the coal shortage.