KUWAIT CITY, July 31:  The Ministry of Electricity, Water and Renewable Energy confirmed that the country's electricity grid has remained stable throughout the current summer, crediting proactive operational and public awareness measures for preventing power outages during peak demand.

The ministry's spokesperson, Engineer Fatima Abbas Hayat, made the announcement during the fifth edition of the “We Will Not Forget the Brutal Invasion and Our Righteous Martyrs” exhibition, organized by the ministry to commemorate the 35th anniversary of Saddam Hussein’s 1990 invasion of Kuwait. The event was held under the patronage and in the presence of Minister of Electricity and Water Dr. Subaih Al-Mukhaizeem.

Hayat stressed that since the onset of summer, the ministry, in collaboration with various government and private entities, had implemented a preemptive plan aimed at reducing electricity consumption and reinforcing grid performance.

"Today, we pay tribute to the righteous martyrs who gave their lives for the liberation of Kuwait. On this solemn occasion, we remember the blessing of security and stability and pray for its continuation under the wise leadership of our country," Hayat stated.

She also addressed a load alert message sent via the government’s Sahl app after the power load reached 17,545 megawatts, nearing the orange warning level. Hayat attributed the spike to the intense heatwave over the past two weeks, which saw temperatures rise above 48°C, placing heavy demand on the national grid.

The ministry, she added, urged the public to reduce electricity usage during peak hours (11 a.m. to 5 p.m.), expressing optimism that, with community cooperation, Kuwait would safely navigate the remainder of the summer without major incidents.

She further noted that peak load levels recorded in 2024 had not been exceeded so far this year, thanks to successful conservation campaigns and early coordination efforts with state institutions.

On the sidelines of the event, Mohammed Kamal, head and founder of the Expo 965 Team for heritage, crafts, and Kuwaiti creators, highlighted the significance of the exhibition, which aims to educate younger generations about the events of the 1990 invasion.

“The exhibition showcases rare documents and photographs that reflect the atrocities committed against Kuwait and its people,” Kamal said. Among the exhibits are images of burning oil fields, Kuwaiti resistance pamphlets, prisoner portraits, and torture documentation, along with license plates and maps illustrating name changes in Kuwaiti regions imposed by the occupying forces.

He reaffirmed the team’s commitment to hosting the exhibition annually, ensuring that the painful chapter of Kuwait’s history remains part of the national consciousness, and celebrating the country’s determination to reclaim its sovereignty.

“All displayed items are authentic and rare, preserving an irreplaceable piece of Kuwait’s past,” Kamal concluded.