A continuous period of adequate electricity generation in Bangladesh has resulted in no load-shedding across the country for seven consecutive days, according to analysis of power production data from 27 April to 3 May.
The improvement in the power supply situation has been attributed in part to favourable weather conditions, particularly rainfall across the northern and north-eastern regions of the country. The precipitation reduced irrigation demand for agricultural activities, thereby lowering overall electricity consumption significantly.
Officials noted that the reduction in demand, combined with stable generation capacity, helped maintain uninterrupted electricity supply nationwide. As a result, load-shedding was recorded at zero during the period under review.
The Chairman of the Bangladesh Power Development Board (BPDB), Md Rezaul Karim, stated that electricity supply is currently being managed in line with demand requirements. He added that previous shortfalls in generation, caused by technical issues in some smaller power plants, have now been resolved. The authority is aiming to maintain this zero load-shedding condition in the coming days through careful planning and management.
He further emphasised that ensuring a steady supply of coal remains a key priority for sustaining uninterrupted electricity generation. Given the limited availability of oil and gas, their use is being carefully managed. At present, coal-based power plants are contributing significantly to national electricity production. He also noted that one unit of the coal-fired power plant in Patuakhali’s Payra has already begun commercial production, while another unit is expected to be brought online shortly.
Data from Power Grid Bangladesh PLC (PGB) shows that during the evening peak hours on 27 April, electricity demand stood at 12,793 megawatts, which was fully met without any shortfall. Similar supply adequacy was recorded on subsequent days, ensuring uninterrupted power distribution.
Electricity Demand and Supply Overview (27 April – 3 May)
| Date |
Peak Demand (MW) |
Supply Provided (MW) |
Load-shedding |
| 27 April |
12,793 |
12,793 |
None |
| 28 April |
11,475 |
11,475 |
None |
| 29 April |
11,036 |
11,036 |
None |
| 30 April |
12,614 |
12,614 |
None |
| 1 May |
10,462 |
10,462 |
None |
| 2 May |
11,092 |
11,092 |
None |
| 3 May |
12,745 |
12,745 |
None |
Throughout the first three days of May, the same pattern continued, with supply consistently matching demand. This ensured that no scheduled load-shedding was required.
Officials also highlighted that government-led energy conservation measures have contributed to stabilising demand. These include restrictions on unnecessary lighting, directives to use air conditioners at 25 degrees Celsius or higher, and broader public awareness campaigns promoting efficient electricity use.
In addition, the continued import of liquefied natural gas (LNG), heavy fuel oil (HFO), and coal has supported operational stability across power plants. Electricity imports from India’s Godda power project in Jharkhand, operated by Adani Power, have also remained in place, further strengthening supply capacity.
According to Bangladesh Rural Electrification Board Director (Technical) Paritosh Sutradhar, while national load-shedding has effectively been eliminated during this period, brief local interruptions may still occur. These are generally caused by maintenance work, tree clearance, technical faults, or incidents such as line disturbances in rural areas. He clarified that such interruptions are not classified as load-shedding.
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