Due to scanty winter rains and snowfall this year, water level and flow in the state’s rivers that have hydropower Plants have decreased drastically, resulting in lower-than-usual power generation.
As per the India Meteorological Department (IMD) centre in Dehradun, there was a 63% deficit in rainfall during winter (January and February), the months which usually get good rain and snowfall, ensuring a steady water level throughout the summer months in the hills.
Dabral explained that abundant snowfall in the higher reaches in winter is crucial for maintaining the required water flow during summer.