Power Grid, L goes up, why grid current goes up as well?

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The discussion centers on the relationship between inductive loads and grid current in power systems. It highlights that an increase in inductive load causes voltage drops across those loads, necessitating an increase in grid current to maintain power delivery. The confusion arises from the understanding of how constant power is ensured despite voltage changes. A referenced article from Physics Forums provides insights into voltage control mechanisms that address this issue. The user expresses gratitude for the resource, indicating its significance in their understanding of reactive power.
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I am on a perpetual quest to understand reactive power.

one of the road blocks I encountered is this text:
" if inductive load in the grid increases, voltages across loads will drop. In order to maintain power delivered, grid current has to increase"

That statement is quite frustrating to understand. my understanding is that If voltage across a resistive load drops then less power is delivered to that resistive load, who and what mechanism is making sure constant power needs to be delivered to that resistive load?
 
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