Electricity (Amendment) Act, 2022 - Proposed Reforms
Legislative action — a bill, act, or amendment that creates or modifies the legal framework. Carries binding force and shapes the rules under which citizens, institutions, and markets operate.
Summary
Amendments to strengthen the regulatory framework for power distribution, promote renewable energy, and enable delicensing of distribution for increased competition. Introduces provisions for payment security mechanism.
Key Facts
Type Legislation
Source Historical Record
Published Monday, 8 August 2022
Affected Population 1.4 billion consumers, 300 million without reliable power
Key Numbers
500 GW non-fossil fuel capacity target by 2030
Saubhagya: 100% household electrification
175 GW renewable energy installed (2025)
20 million central + state government employees
Key Authorities
Key Stakeholders
Government Context
NDA II BJP-led NDA
Left Centre Right