Report of Indian Institute of Public Administration ... - Ministry of Power

National Report (Vol.-II)
Study on ‘Impact of Restructuring of SEBs’
7.2.18 Review, in consultation with the Regulatory Commissions, the current policy
of Flat Rate Tariff for the agriculture sector, to deter the consumers from
availing unlimited quantity of power; and explore means to gradually reduce
the cross-subsidy over a given period. [Para 6.22.6 (a)]
7.2.19 Encourage the development of non-conventional energy sources through
innovative measures; such as providing suitable incentives and discouraging
the use of conventional energy for heating purposes in large industrial,
commercial and residential complexes and making solar energy systems
mandatory. [Para 6.27.3]
7.2.20 Entrust the State Transmission Corporation with the task of Statewide
planning for the power sector; and induct experienced personnel for such
assignments. [Para 6.29]
7.2.21 The States, which have not yet reorganised their SEBs, may review and adopt
with suitable customisation, the model followed by Andhra Pradesh, Haryana,
Karnataka, etc., (Model II, as mentioned at Para 4.6.4, Chapter-4) for
restructuring their SEBs. [Para 6.7.3]
7.3 Steps Suggested for Implementation by the Utilities
7.3.1 The Utilities should design a focused and effective communication strategy,
jointly with the respective State Governments by engaging professionals in this
field. The ‘message’ should highlight the imperatives and benefits of the sector
reforms and all stakeholders should be targeted. The strategy should also
include: conducting face-to-face meetings with staff representatives and
enlisting the participation of civil society organisations, etc. [Para 6.3]
7.3.2 Enlist the support of the media, especially the electronic media, to spread the
message and beneficial effects of the reform process; involve Gram Panchayats
and other local bodies in the communication strategy. [Para 6.3.13]
7.3.3 Prepare an efficient and forward looking HR policy with the help of consultants
to enhance professionalism, morale and motivation of the staff at all levels.
Also, initiate action to right-size the staff and strengthen the middle and top
management levels by inducting professionals. [Para 6.5]
7.3.4 MoAs should be signed with State Department of Energy/Power, specifying
annual targets and commitments. [Para 6.12]
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