Policy & Programmes

News and updates on government policies and national or state-level power sector programmes. This category covers reforms, incentives, compliance changes, and initiatives aimed at shaping the future of electricity generation, transmission, distribution, and clean energy adoption.

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UGVCL issues uniform method for banking charge and setoff calculations
By December 5, 2025December 5, 2025

Uttar Gujarat Vij Company Limited (UGVCL) has directed all circle offices to follow a uniform method for calculating banking charges and energy setoff for captive and third-party sale solar projects. The instruction defines a fixed calculation sequence for net payable units and includes an illustrative example to guide implementation. The directive states that the methodology needs to remain uniform across DISCOMs. It cites the Gujarat Electricity Regulatory Commission Tariff Order No. 6 of 2024 on…

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MNRE eases prototype testing rule for wind turbine approvals
By December 2, 2025December 2, 2025

The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has amended its wind manufacturing policy to delay the mandatory requirement for in-country prototype testing. The change, issued through an office memorandum dated December 1, 2025, updates the Standard Operating Procedure for the Approved List of Models and Manufacturers for Wind and Wind Turbine Components. The original rule under performance efficiency and safety required manufacturers to conduct prototype testing within India before their turbine models could be…

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UP launches scheme to ease electricity dues
By December 2, 2025December 2, 2025

Uttar Pradesh has announced a new scheme that offers major relief on overdue electricity bills. The Bijli Bill Rahat Yojana from Uttar Pradesh Power Corporation Ltd starts on December 1 and provides a full waiver of surcharge and interest for eligible users, along with a cut in the principal amount. The scheme applies to domestic consumers under LMV 1 with loads up to 2 kW and small commercial consumers under LMV 2 with loads up…

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MNRE proposes higher efficiency norms for ALMM solar modules
By December 1, 2025December 1, 2025

The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy has released a draft proposal to raise the minimum efficiency requirements for solar PV modules listed under the Approved List of Models and Manufacturers. The plan introduces phased standards from January 1, 2027 and tighter benchmarks from January 1, 2028. The draft sets new thresholds for each application category. For utility and grid-scale plants under Category I, c-Si modules need to reach 21.0 per cent in 2027 and…

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Power Ministry sets up expert panels to resolve CPSU project disputes
By December 1, 2025December 1, 2025

The Ministry of Power has introduced a new system to settle contractual disputes in power projects executed by Central Public Sector Undertakings and statutory bodies under its oversight. The framework seeks to reduce delays in dispute resolution that often raise project costs and slow construction. The centrepiece of the reform is the creation of Conciliation Committees of Independent Experts. These committees offer an alternative to arbitration and court proceedings, which can be slow and expensive….

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India moves to reshape nuclear sector with private participation
By November 28, 2025November 28, 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has announced that the government will open the nuclear power sector to private participation. The proposal will be introduced through the Atomic Energy Bill, 2025, which is scheduled for the coming winter session of Parliament. The reform is positioned as a step to improve long-term energy security. In a video message, the Prime Minister said the plan is intended to support investment in small modular reactors and advanced nuclear technologies. The…

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India Energy Stack taskforce reviews strategy and architecture
By November 26, 2025November 26, 2025

The Ministry of Power has advanced work on a national DPI for the energy sector through a meeting of the India Energy Stack Taskforce on November 24. The group reviewed key strategy and architecture documents that will guide the creation of a unified digital backbone for the full power value chain. The meeting examined the draft Strategy Document version 0.1 and the Architecture Document version 0.1. REC Limited is the Nodal Agency for the effort,…

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CERC to hold hearing on value of X for wind and solar deviations
By November 24, 2025November 24, 2025

CERC will hold an online public hearing on December 3, 2025, to finalize the value of X used to calculate deviation percentages for wind and solar sellers under the Deviation Settlement Mechanism and Related Matters Regulations, 2024. The new framework will apply from April 1, 2026. The hearing follows a consultation launched on September 10, 2025. Stakeholders were first asked to submit comments by October 5, 2025. After requests for more time, CERC extended the…

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Rajasthan issues new SoP to fast track captive solar project approvals
By November 17, 2025November 17, 2025

The Rajasthan Renewable Energy Corporation has released a Standard Operating Procedure to guide the development of renewable energy projects meant for captive use and third party sale. The framework sets a uniform approval path from registration to commissioning and introduces a mandatory BESS requirement for projects above 5 MW. The process starts with project registration. Developers need to show a minimum net worth of Rs 1 crore per MW. After registration, RREC coordinates the power…

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New biomass co-firing policy for all coal plants from 2025
By November 17, 2025November 17, 2025

The Ministry of Power has approved a new policy that requires every coal-based TPP in India to co-fire biomass pellets from the 2025-26 financial year. The policy replaces earlier guidelines and adds torrefied charcoal made from MSW as an eligible fuel. The aim is to cut emissions and support the management of crop residue and urban waste. The mandate varies by region. Plants in the NCR must use a 5 per cent blend of biomass…

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