This report attempts to analyse Maharashtra’s data on demand, supply and load shed. It tries to answer the following questions:

• What is the quantum of load-shed? How has it varied during 2005-2007?
• What are the shortages/load shed by different consumer classes?
• What are the other short-term options?
• What is the expected shortage during 2007-2008? Can load shedding be reduced during 2007-2008?

The analysis provided in this paper intends to highlight the issues related to Maharashtra’s power situation and hopefully will result in improved decision making.