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Maharashtra Electricity Regulatory Commission (MERC) (http://www.merc.gov.in) is a governing body to control certain regulatory and safety functions[1] in Maharashtra based in Mumbai.[2] It was incorporated under the Electricity Regulatory Commission Act, 1998, of Central Act in August 1999. In 2003, Under Section 82 of the Electricity Act the Commission is continued as regulatory body in state.[3] It was established to promote competition, efficiency and economy in the power sector. It also regulate tariffs of power generation, transmission and distribution in Maharashtra.[4][5]
See also
- Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Company Limited
- Maharashtra State Electricity Transmission Company Limited
- Maharashtra State Power Generation Company Limited
- Brihanmumbai Electric Supply and Transport
- Maharashtra Energy Development Agency
- Tata Power
References
- ↑ Chandra Iyengar to join Maharashtra Electricity Regulatory Commission after retirement - Mumbai - DNA. Dnaindia.com(2010-10-11).
- ↑ Maharashtra Electricity Regulatory Commission. Mercindia.org.in.
- ↑ BEST can cover bus losses with power surplus: SC. The Times of India(2011-02-16).
- ↑ MERC unveils multi-year tariff framework for power firms, IBN Live News. Ibnlive.in.com(2010-02-03).
- ↑ Chavan calls for equality in power tariff across city. The Times of India(2011-02-15).
External links
- TimesOfIndia | MERC effects 3.03% hike in power tariff
- Business Standard | MIAL complains to MERC over R-Infra
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