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Politics
Haryana Government urges HERC to halt issuance of parallel power distribution licences
✍️ Hindustan Times
🗓 25 Oct 2026, 03:37 AM
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The Haryana state government has asked the Haryana Electricity Regulatory Commission to stop creating parallel power distribution licences, citing concerns over duplication and consumer protection.
The Haryana administration has formally communicated to the Haryana Electricity Regulatory Commission (HERC) urging it to cease the issuance of parallel power distribution licences. The directive aims to prevent overlapping authorisations that could create regulatory confusion and affect consumers.
Officials said that a single, clear licensing framework is essential for the efficient functioning of the state's power sector. Parallel licences, they warned, may lead to disputes among distributors and undermine the state's efforts to streamline electricity supply.
The government has asked HERC to review its licensing procedures and ensure that any future licences are granted through a unified process. No specific timeline was provided, but the administration expects prompt compliance to safeguard the interests of consumers and maintain regulatory clarity.
Officials said that a single, clear licensing framework is essential for the efficient functioning of the state's power sector. Parallel licences, they warned, may lead to disputes among distributors and undermine the state's efforts to streamline electricity supply.
The government has asked HERC to review its licensing procedures and ensure that any future licences are granted through a unified process. No specific timeline was provided, but the administration expects prompt compliance to safeguard the interests of consumers and maintain regulatory clarity.