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Petition of MSEDCL for long term procurement of 2500 MW RTC Power with the MoP’s RE RTC guidelines – EQ

Summary: — ## 1. Background & Rationale for Procurement ### 1.1 Existing Solar PPA – MSEDCL executed a **PPA with Adani Renewable Energy Fifty-Five Ltd** on **29 October 2024** for **5000 MW solar power** at **₹2.70/kWh** (approved by MERC on 26 September 2024). – The solar power is being developed at **Khavda RE Park, Gujarat**. […]

Draft KERC (Fee) (First Amendment) Regulation 2026 – EQ

In the matter of MSEDCL seeking review of the MYT Order and revision of tariff – EQ

Summary: — This order is a regulatory and financial roadmap for MSEDCL, balancing revenue recovery, tariff rationalization, and renewable energy integration, while aiming to modernize operations and ensure long-term sustainability. ### 1. Purpose of the Order – Issued by MSEDCL to formalize decisions on electricity distribution, tariffs, and operational compliance. – Aimed at ensuring financial […]

Non-requirement of NOC from FDRE PPA/PSA procurer for ESS charged using power other than RE power – EQ

MERC Invites Public Objections on Draft Renewable Energy Tariff Framework – EQ

In Short : The Maharashtra Electricity Regulatory Commission (MERC) has invited public comments and objections on its draft renewable energy tariff regulations. The proposal outlines revised tariff determination mechanisms for solar, wind, and other renewable projects, aiming to ensure transparency, cost efficiency, and sustainable sector growth in Maharashtra. In Detail : The Maharashtra Electricity Regulatory […]

Induction Cooking Adoption Could Add 27 GW to India’s Electricity Demand – EQ

Petition of Hatsun Agro Product Limited for seeking directions upon MSEDCL to allow Net Metering – EQ

Summary: — ### **1. BACKGROUND & CONTEXT** HAPL operates a manufacturing plant in Solapur, Maharashtra, and is an MSEDCL consumer (Consumer No. 341629059470). It had installed a **983 kW rooftop solar system** under a **Net Metering Agreement** with MSEDCL (executed August 2022). HAPL also entered into **Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs)** for captive renewable energy supply […]

Draft KERC (Fee) (First Amendment) Regulation 2026 – EQ

Petition of M/s. Musaddilal Properties Pvt. Ltd. seeking clarification in terms of utilisation of rooftop areas for building utility-scale Solar PV based Power Projects – EQ

Summary: — ### **1. Background & Petition** – **Petitioner:** M/s. Musaddilal Properties Pvt. Ltd. (MPPL) – **Petition Date:** 28 November 2025 – **Legal Basis:** Section 86(1)(e) & (k) of the Electricity Act, 2003, read with MERC (Transaction of Business and Fees and Charges) Regulations, 2022. – **Key Request:** Clarification on whether **multiple rooftop areas** within […]

Draft KERC (Fee) (First Amendment) Regulation 2026 – EQ

Petition of MSEDCL seeking approval for procurement of storage capacity from 2000 MW/ 4000 MWh standalone BESS – EQ

Summary: ### **Key Prayers by MSEDCL:** 1. Approve the initiation of competitive bidding for **2000 MW/4000 MWh BESS**. 2. Admit the petition under **MERC (Multi-Year Tariff) Regulations, 2024**. 3. Approve the **draft RfS document**. ### **Background & Justification:** – **Resource Adequacy (RA) Plan:** MSEDCL’s RA study projects significant growth in renewable energy (especially solar), leading […]

Draft KERC (Fee) (First Amendment) Regulation 2026 – EQ

Petition of Hatsun Agro Product Limited for seeking directions upon MSEDCL to allow Net Metering – EQ

Summary: —- ### **Key Prayers by HAPL:** 1. Direct MSEDCL to treat HAPL’s rooftop solar system under **Net Metering arrangement**. 2. Direct MSEDCL to **retrospectively adjust** amounts paid by HAPL based on net metering settlement from November 2023. ### **Background:** – HAPL is an MSEDCL consumer with a **983 kW rooftop solar system** commissioned in […]

Draft KERC (Fee) (First Amendment) Regulation 2026 – EQ

MSEDCL seeking Adoption of Tariff for long term procurement of 700 MW Solar Power from Grid Connected RE Project under ISTS Solar Tranche X-III scheme selected by SECI – EQ

Summary: —- ### **Key Prayers by MSEDCL:** 1. Admit the petition under Section 63 of the Electricity Act, 2003. 2. Approve procurement of 700 MW solar power from SECI at a tariff of **₹2.63/kWh** (including a trading margin of ₹0.07/kWh). 3. Approve the executed Power Sale Agreement (PSA) with SECI. 4. Allow the procured solar […]

Draft KERC (Fee) (First Amendment) Regulation 2026 – EQ

Petition of Hatsun Agro Product Limited for seeking directions upon MSEDCL to allow Net Metering – EQ

Summary: — ### 1. Case Background * **Petitioner:** Hatsun Agro Product Limited (HAPL) * **Respondent:** Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Co. Ltd. (MSEDCL) * **Order Date:** 1 January 2026 * **Issue:** Whether rooftop solar under **Net Metering** can operate simultaneously with **Open Access** after notification of DOA (Second Amendment) Regulations, 2023. ### 2. Project & Consumer […]

Non-requirement of NOC from FDRE PPA/PSA procurer for ESS charged using power other than RE power – EQ

Petition of SSDGCT seeking directions to MSEDCL for facilitating net metering to its installation and refund of monies charged by billing under gross metering modality along with applicable interest – EQ

Summary: — MERC – Case No. 219 of 2024 (SSDGCT vs. MSEDCL)** — ## **1. Case Overview** * Sou Sushila D. Ghodawat Charitable Trust (SSDGCT) filed a petition seeking: * Net metering benefit during periods when Open Access (OA) was availed. * Refund of **₹60.96 lakh** overcharged due to gross metering. * Action under Section […]

Non-requirement of NOC from FDRE PPA/PSA procurer for ESS charged using power other than RE power – EQ