Eleven Power challenges HERC panel appointment in bid for parallel distribution licence

Eleven Power, a company incorporated in 2025, has filed a petition with the Haryana electricity regulator seeking a parallel distribution licence for two districts under Sections 14 and 15 of the Electricity Act, 2003. The move comes as the firm’s staff have voiced opposition to the appointment of a regulatory panel by the Haryana Electricity Regulatory Commission (HERC), which is overseeing the licensing process.

The Electricity Act, 2003, permits the grant of separate distribution licences in regions where existing arrangements are considered inadequate, a provision that has been used in several recent petitions across the state. While the commission has not disclosed the exact names of the two districts involved, the filing indicates that Eleven Power aims to operate alongside the current distributor, potentially altering the competitive dynamics in the area.

Staff members of Eleven Power have expressed concerns that the panel appointed by HERC may not represent the interests of the company or its workforce, raising questions about the fairness and efficiency of the licence decision. Their objection forms part of the broader petition, which seeks to ensure that the regulator considers the company’s operational capabilities and the potential benefits of additional competition.

The commission is expected to review the petition in the coming weeks. Its decision will determine whether Eleven Power can secure a parallel licence, a development that could influence the structure of power distribution in the region and set a precedent for future applications under the same legislative framework.

Source: Hindustan Times