India’s next big reform battle: Who gets to sell you power?
The Centre has proposed to open up the retail electricity market, hoping competition will fix India’s loss-making discoms. The states fear a power grab. The outcome will shape the next phase of India’s energy transition.
14 October, 2025•8 min
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