KERC to incorporate feedback from public in draft notification, says chairman
The Karnataka Electricity Regulatory Commission (KERC) is conducting public hearings to gather feedback on draft regulations for electricity supply. Chairman P. Ravi Kumar emphasized that the goal is to standardize procedures for consumers and contractors without causing inconvenience.
Why it matters
Public participation in regulatory processes is essential for ensuring that utility policies are practical and user-friendly for rural and urban consumers.
“Karnataka Electricity Regulatory Commission (KERC) is holding public hearings across the State to receive and incorporate public feedback into the regulations governing electricity supply. The proposed regulations aim to standardise procedures to benefit consumers, contractors and other stakeholders. There is absolutely no intention to adversely affect the interests of consumers or any other stakeholders,” P. Ravi Kumar, Chairman, KERC, said in Belagavi on Wednesday.
He was speaking at a public hearing held at the Zilla Panchayat office, attended by officials, consumers, farmers, industrialists, contractors and others.
“KERC formulates regulations keeping the interests of consumers and electrical contractors in mind, and the Commission has no intention of causing them inconvenience. A report will be prepared taking into account the grievances and suggestions received during the meeting. Apart from such sessions, we also invite suggestions from the public on electricity supply and related issues,” he said.
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