Don't burden DISCOMs, make budgetary provision for freebies: Sitharaman

Aug 26, 2022

New Delhi [India], August 26 : Amid the row over pre-poll promises of freebies by political parties to capture power, Union Finance Minister Nirmala...

Rs 90,000 cr package will reduce burden of DISCOMs, says Power Minister

May 16, 2020

New Delhi [India], May 16 : The Union Ministry of Power has written to all States and Union Territories, informing them about Rs 90,000...

India's power discoms on recovery path as reforms strengthen financial health: Macquarie

Jul 06, 2026

India's power distribution companies (discoms) are witnessing an improvement in their financial health, supported by policy reforms proposed under the Draft National Electricity Policy...

Delhi LG directs special audit of power subsidy amount disbursed to discoms by Kejriwal govt

Apr 18, 2023

Delhi Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena on Tuesday issued directions to the Delhi Electricity Regulatory Commission to conduct a Special Audit of Distribution Companies (DISCOMs)...

Financial reforms, tariff transparency key to DISCOM sustainability: CEA Chairperson

Feb 24, 2026

Financial reforms and clear, transparent tariff policies are essential for the long-term sustainability of power distribution companies (DISCOMs), says Central Electricity Authority Chairperson Ghanshyam...

Tamil Nadu: CM Stalin expresses concern over increasing financial burden on state govt

Nov 18, 2024

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin on Monday expressed concerns over the deteriorating financial situation in the state due to the constant increase in...