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

Synopsis of State Reports (Vol.-IV)
Study on `Impact of Restructuring of SEBs’
up in tandem with Phase III tasks in order that specific outcomes are
available along with the implementation plan in order that the latter can
be out into operation smoothly.
Additionally, key learnings from the experience of sector reform
initiatives in other States have led to the formulation of a strategy based
on a phased approach to deciding final structural configurations in order
that transition issues can be adequately addressed with the support of
capacity building initiatives while initially, complying with the
structural requirements of the EA, 2003. This strategy has also required
State Government to seek to launch ‘capacity building’ initiatives for the
successor/restructured Utilities at the commencement of the
restructuring effort and to last over a three-year transition period. This
will facilitate a gradual accretion of skill levels and capacity within the
restructured Utilities to provide a stronger foundation to final
determination of business structures.
Q.6. Whether restructuring was done based on any consultants' report? If
yes, enclose a copy.
Answer - State Government’s restructuring initiatives in respect of its three power
Utilities will be based on recommendations of professional advisors.
Their reports (for Phases I and II) are presently under presently
consideration for appropriate approvals.
Q.7. What, in your opinion, are the main drivers of power sector reforms (in
order of priority) -
Answer
(a) Statutory requirement of segregation of transmission function from trading
in integrated Utilities;
(b) Build a strong foundation for sustainable commercial viability and higher
levels of services; and
(c) Empower power Utilities to raise resources on competitive terms for
modernisation investments.
Q.8. What, in your view are the desired outcomes and deliverables of the reforms? (In
order of priority)
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