CEA issues guidelines for benchmarking operation and maintenance norms for distribution utilities

The Central Electricity Authority (CEA) has released the “Guidelines for Benchmarking of Operation & Maintenance (O&M) Norms for Distribution Utilities” to standardize O&M practices across the sector. The guidelines cover a wide range of areas, including equipment maintenance, cost optimization, and technology adoption. Key highlights: Benchmarking Process & Maintenance Practices: Defines the benchmarking process to assess performance and efficiency, covering preventive, predictive, and reactive maintenance. 33/11 kV Substations O&M Benchmarking: Addresses maintenance of key equipment…