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India's demand for electricity exceeds it's supply. India's Electricity Authority reported power deficits of 8%.[1] This causes rolling blackouts. Some slums only have power a few hours a day, when demand in other areas is low.

[1] http://www.theguardian.com/world/2012/jul/31/india-blackout-...