MERC: Petition of MSEDCL for approval to sign PPA for procurement of power from upcoming Hydro & Thermal projects

Petitioner: Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Company Ltd. (MSEDCL)

Background: Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Company Ltd. (MSEDCL) filed the present Petition on 02 January 2025 (which is subsequently amended on 10 February 2025) seeking approval to execute Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) for procurement of power from following projects:

NHPC- Identified (7) Hydro Projects - 1137 MW

NTPC SIPAT Stage-III - 800 MW

Mahanadi Basin Power Ltd.