Why is it in the news?
The government notified amendments related to captive power plants.
Aims to improve clarity and ease of doing business.
Category: Economy
Important Points:
● Amends Electricity Rules, 2005
● Focus on Captive Generating Plants (CGPs)
● CGPs generate electricity for self-consumption
● Clarifies ownership definition including subsidiaries
● Introduces nodal agencies for verification
● NLDC handles inter-state verification
● Annual verification of captive status mandated
● Supports industrial energy security
● Aligns with clean energy transition goals