With Bangladesh’s energy demand rising and domestic generation under pressure, the power from APL’s Godda plant plays a vital role, particularly in northern regions. Any disruption in this supply could significantly impact industrial and residential consumers.
The centre has sounded an alarm over the likely impact of El Niño on India's 2026 southwest monsoon, warning that 315 districts across 12 states could face significant rainfall deficits during the crucial kharif cropping season.