India, Jan. 21 -- The draft National Electricity Policy 2026 proposes automatic, index-linked tariff revisions if state regulators delay orders

The Centre says the move is aimed at reducing losses and debt at state-run power distribution companies

Power minister Manohar Lal has warned against populist pricing and unpaid subsidies

The proposal marks a shift towards predictable pricing and cost-reflective tariffs

The Union government has proposed an index-linked annual revision of power tariffs if state regulators fail to issue tariff orders on time, a move that could lead to higher electricity bills across several states.

The proposal is contained in the draft National Electricity Policy (NEP) 2026, released on January 21, 2026, and m...