The Economic Times

Govt unveils draft National Electricity Policy 2026 with focus on tariffs, discom health

The government has unveiled the draft National Electricity Policy, 2026, proposing strict tariff norms and structural reforms to improve discom finances. Aiming for Viksit Bharat, it targets significantly increased per capita electricity consumption by 2030 and 2047, with a focus on renewable energy, nuclear power, and financing needs.