Big News: Haryana dissolves the legislative assembly ahead of state elections on October 2; Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution (MSEDCL) introduces guidelines for the implementation of the Green Open Access Rules, 2022; Delhi announces a comprehensive ban on the production, storage, sale, and use of firecrackers till January 1, 2025; Gujarat announces the formation of the Gujarat State Institution for Transformation (GRIT), a think tank modelled on the NITI Aayog; and more.
Nothing critical to report this week.
Andhra Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission (APERC) issues guidelines for calculating electricity units exported by solar net meter consumers during periods when meters are defective or non-functional. The guidelines aim to ensure fair and consistent billing practices for prosumers with grid-interactive solar rooftop photovoltaic systems. Source: Mercom; In detail: Guidelines
Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution (MSEDCL) introduces guidelines for the implementation of the Green Open Access Rules, 2022. The guidelines apply to both existing and new consumers. The Green Open Access Rules, 2022 allow consumers to generate, purchase, and consume green energy, including energy from waste-to-energy plants, through open access. Source: Mercom; In detail: Commercial Circular
Joint Electricity Regulatory Commission for the State of Goa and Union Territories notifies the Electricity Supply Code (Third Amendment) Regulations, 2024. The amendment states that if the electricity bill is paid through the online system, low-tension and high-tension customers will receive a rebate of 0.5 percent and 0.25 percent respectively. The regulations will be applicable in Goa, and the union territories of Andaman & Nicobar Islands, Lakshadweep, Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu, Puducherry and Chandigarh. Source: Digital Goa; In detail: Notification
Kerala State Electricity Board signs an agreement with the Solar Energy Corporation of India to procure 500 MW of electricity per day. Electricity will be available through solar power during the day and two hours of battery storage during peak hours. Source: Kerala Kaumudi; In detail: Press Release
Himachal Pradesh passes the Himachal Pradesh Electricity (Duty) Amendment Bill, 2024. As per the amendment, domestic consumers will need to pay a cess of $0.0012 per unit, and industrial consumers will need to pay a cess between $0.024-$0.072 per unit. Source: ETV Bharat; In detail: Himachal Pradesh Electricity (Duty) Amendment Bill, 2024
Nothing critical to report this week.
Nothing critical to report this week.
Nothing critical to report this week.
Bihar approves the “Mukhyamantri Gramin Setu Nirman Yojana” (MGSNY). The scheme aims to facilitate the construction of 1000 small bridges in rural areas in the state. Source: Deccan Herald; In detail: Cabinet Decision (Hindi)
Delhi announces a comprehensive ban on the production, storage, sale, and use of firecrackers in the national capital. The prohibition will remain in effect until January 1, 2025. This announcement is part of a broader 21-point Winter Action Plan aimed at curbing air pollution in the state. Source: DD News
Gujarat announces the formation of the Gujarat State Institution for Transformation (GRIT), a think tank modelled on the NITI Aayog. GRIT will be headed by the chief minister and the finance minister will serve as the vice-chairman. Source: Business Standard; In detail: Viksit Gujarat @ 2047
Himachal Pradesh passes the Himanchal Pradesh Excise (Amendment) Act, 2024. The amendments aim to curb the illegal trade of liquor and grants the government the power to seize properties of individuals, as well as their relatives and associates involved in illegal liquor trade. Source: Tribune India; In detail: Press Release
Madhya Pradesh approves the construction of the Sevarkhedi-Silarkhedi project with an outlay of $73 million. According to the decision, the water storage capacity of the Sevarkhedi-Silarkhedi reservoir will be enhanced by raising the height of the Silarkhedi reservoir. Source: The Hitavada; In detail: Press Release
Nothing critical to report this week.
Haryana Governor dissolves the Haryana legislative assembly, exercising his powers under Article 174(2)(b) of the Constitution of India. The dissolution comes a day after the council of ministers, recommended the assembly’s premature dissolution to avert a constitutional crisis. The dissolution comes in the face of accusations that the ruling Bharatiya Janaya Party (BJP) did not command a majority in the house anymore. The state is headed into elections on October 2. Source: Hindustan Times; In detail: Notification
