The Madhya Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission (MPERC) has dismissed a review petition filed by the State Load Despatch Centre (SLDC) and Madhya Pradesh Power Transmission Company Limited (MPPTCL) challenging its earlier order on transmission charges applicable to Short-Term Open Access (STOA) customers. In its order dated July 3, 2026, the Commission held that the petitioners…
The Madhya Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission (MPERC) has proposed amendments to the Madhya Pradesh Electricity Supply Code, 2021, to simplify electricity connection procedures for low-tension (LT) consumers and provide greater clarity on bill delivery and payment timelines. The draft Sixth Amendment, notified on July 17, 2026, introduces provisions allowing self-declarations for certain LT consumers in…
The Karnataka Electricity Regulatory Commission (KERC) has directed the State Load Despatch Centre (SLDC) to initiate proceedings under Section 142 of the Electricity Act, 2003, against power generators that have failed to comply with the Commission’s directions regarding the installation and maintenance of Automatic Meter Reading (AMR) facilities. The order, issued on July 10, 2026,…
The Mizoram Electricity Regulatory Commission (MERC) has released the draft Mizoram Electricity Grid Code Regulations, 2026, proposing a comprehensive framework for the planning, operation and commercial management of the state’s electricity system. Issued on June 16, 2026, the draft regulations are intended to replace the Joint Electricity Regulatory Commission (Grid Code) Regulations, 2010, and establish…
The Gujarat Electricity Regulatory Commission (GERC) has initiated the process for framing the Gujarat Electricity Regulatory Commission (Ancillary Services and Demand Flexibility) Regulations, 2026, with the issuance of a Request for Proposal (RFP) for the appointment of a consultant. Issued on July 16, 2026, the RFP marks the formal beginning of efforts to establish an…
The Delhi Electricity Regulatory Commission (DERC) has issued three separate orders over the past two weeks covering rooftop solar connectivity, recovery of power purchase costs and implementation of electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure under the PM E-DRIVE Scheme. The orders introduce changes to the net metering approval process, permit higher Fuel and Power Purchase Adjustment…
The Chhattisgarh State Electricity Regulatory Commission (CSERC) has issued an order determining generic tariffs for renewable energy projects scheduled to achieve commercial operation during FY 2026-27 under the Chhattisgarh State Electricity Regulatory Commission (Terms and Conditions for Determination of RE Tariff) Regulations, 2025. Issued on July 3, 2026, the order covers small hydro projects, non-fossil…
The Himachal Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission (HPERC) has issued draft amendments to the Himachal Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission (Rooftop Solar PV Grid Interactive System) Regulations, 2015, proposing changes aimed at simplifying rooftop solar adoption and reducing procedural requirements for consumers. The proposed Fourth Amendment Regulations, 2026, seek to streamline the application process and remove the…
The Uttar Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission (UPERC) has adopted the tariffs discovered through tariff-based competitive bidding for two solar photovoltaic (PV) projects with a combined capacity of 110 MW at the Kanpur Dehat and Kanpur Nagar solar parks. In its order dated July 3, 2026, the Commission approved the Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) executed on…
The West Bengal Electricity Regulatory Commission (WBERC) has granted in-principle approval to West Bengal State Electricity Transmission Company Limited (WBSETCL) for a capital expenditure of Rs 332.94 crore for the second phase of a transmission scheme associated with the upcoming JSW Thermal Power Plant at Salboni in West Medinipur district. The project forms part of…