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The Delhi Electricity Regulatory Commission (DERC) has released a draft notification dated May 1, 2025, proposing the seventh amendment to its existing Supply Code and Performance Standards Regulations, 2017. This amendment follows directions from the Government of the National Capital Territory of Delhi under Section 108 of the Electricity Act, 2003. The notification highlights that the amendment will become effective from the date it is published in the official Gazette. The main change introduced in this draft is related to Regulation 24(4) of the Principal Regulations. The amendment clarifies that in cases where government departments like those of the GNCTD are involved in works such as shifting high-tension or low-tension electricity lines or setting up electrification at bus depots, the payment for such works must follow Rule 172(1) of the General Financial Rules (GFR) 2017. This rule is subject to updates and amendments from time to time. An important aspect of the draft amendment is the financial implications. It explicitly states that any costs incurred for works done on behalf of GNCTD departments will not be included in the Annual Revenue Requirement (ARR) of power distribution companies (DISCOMs). This ensures that consumers in Delhi will not bear these specific costs through their electricity bills. |
