Q.3 Despite many central government schemes, the financial position of discoms has not improved. What are the reasons for this? Suggest the way forward. (15 Marks)

Mentor’s comment- https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/why-central-government-schemes-to-improve-financial-position-of-discoms-have-not-worked-7449487/ In the intro, mention the recent report of Niti Aayog that has assessed the losses of discoms to be about Rs 90,000 crore in 2020-21. In the body, mention the governance issues with the reform-linked schemes, issues in the parameter of loss and difference between ACS and ARR. In the suggestion mention … Continue reading Q.3 Despite many central government schemes, the financial position of discoms has not improved. What are the reasons for this? Suggest the way forward. (15 Marks)