India’s power distribution: what DUR and CSRD reports reveal
India’s power distribution sector has reported a combined profit after tax (PAT) for the first time. The figure stands at Rs 2,701 crore for FY 2024–25. Distribution companies have historically been the weakest link in the power value chain, with accumulated losses affecting generators and lenders. A positive aggregate PAT marks a shift, though it does not necessarily indicate structural stability. The data comes from two reports released at the Bharat Electricity Summit 2026 on…