Petition for Truing up and determination of the transmission tariff Regulations under “POWERGRID work associated with common transmission system for Phase-II generation projects in Odisha” in the Eastern Region – EQ
Summary:
—
## **1. Purpose of the Petition**
PGCIL filed the petition seeking:
* **Truing up** of tariff for the 2019–24 period
* **Approval of new tariff** for the upcoming 2024–29 control period
The tariff pertains to transmission assets created under the coordinated transmission system for Phase-II generation projects in Odisha, forming part of India’s Eastern Regional transmission grid.
This petition was filed under:
* **Section 62 & 79(1)(d)** of the Electricity Act, 2003
* **Regulation 15(1)(a)** and **Regulation 23** of the CERC Conduct of Business Regulations, 2023
* **CERC Tariff Regulations, 2019 & 2024**
—
## **2. Proceedings on 20 November 2025**
### **PGCIL’s submission**
PGCIL informed the Commission that:
* It was **unable to file the amended petition** as directed earlier by the RoP dated **26 August 2025**.
* They requested **two more weeks** to file the amended petition.
PGCIL was represented by multiple officials, indicating the importance of the matter.
—
## **3. Commission’s Directions**
Accepting PGCIL’s request, the Commission issued the following directions:
### **(a) Filing of Amended Petition**
PGCIL must file the **amended petition within two weeks**, and also provide:
* An **advance copy to all respondents**.
### **(b) Issue of Notice**
The Commission directed that **notice be issued to the respondents** once the amended petition is filed.
### **(c) Replies and Rejoinders**
Respondents must:
* File their **replies within two weeks** of receiving the amended petition
* Send an advance copy to PGCIL
PGCIL may file a **rejoinder within one week** thereafter.
—
## **4. Next Date of Hearing**
The Commission scheduled the next hearing of the petition for:
📅 **15 January 2026**
This indicates that the Commission intends to proceed after receiving all amended filings and responses.
—
## **5. Significance of the Order**
* Ensures procedural compliance before tariff determination.
* Confirms that PGCIL has to correct or update filing deficiencies.
* Sets a clear timeline for responses from all stakeholders.
* Sustains regulatory oversight over high-value interstate transmission assets in the Eastern Region.
—
For more information please see below link:
