In Short : Karnataka Electricity Regulatory Commission (KERC) has released draft amendments to the state’s electricity supply conditions and invited public objections and suggestions. The proposed changes aim to streamline regulatory procedures, enhance consumer protection, and improve operational efficiency within Karnataka’s power distribution framework before final notification. In Detail : The Karnataka Electricity Regulatory Commission […]
Summary: — ### **Key Proposed Amendments:** #### **1. Definition of Ownership and Captive User:** – **Ownership** now explicitly includes equity share capital held directly or indirectly through **subsidiaries, holding companies, and their subsidiaries**. – **Captive user** is defined to include end-users consuming electricity directly or through an **Energy Storage System**. – **Special Purpose Vehicles (SPVs)** […]
Summary: # What this draft does (at a glance) * Seeks public comments on proposed changes to **Rule 3: Requirements of Captive Generating Plant** under the Electricity Rules, 2005. Letter of transmittal is from the Ministry of Power (Under Secretary), addressed to industry bodies and experts. *(p.1)* * Draft is titled **Electricity (Second Amendment) Rules, […]