Gurugram, Jan. 12 -- The Haryana Electricity Regulatory Commission (HERC) has sought extensive additional financial, technical and operational data from the state's power utilities, signalling closer scrutiny before finalising tariffs. Regulatory experts noted that delays in submitting information could defer finalisation, as the Commission is unlikely to issue orders without full scrutiny. In interim orders, HERC stated that although public hearings for Haryana Vidyut Prasaran Nigam Limited (HVPN) and Haryana Power Generation Corporation Limited (HPGCL) have concluded, further examination is required to ensure prudence, transparency and consumer protection. For HVPN, HERC directed submission of detailed World Bank loan data, including interest rates and effective borrowing costs, and to justify a projected rise in depreciation for FY 2026-27. For HPGCL, it sought employee cost breakups, coal quality analysis over three years, and explanations for hydropower plant non-availability. In the combined matters of Uttar Haryana Bijli Vitran Nigam Limited (UHBVNL) and Dakshin Haryana Bijli Vitran Nigam Limited (DHBVNL), HERC clubbed petitions for a single order. Public relation officer, DHBVN, Sanjay Chugh said both discoms are directed to "respond to stakeholder comments and submit additional information," including details on power purchase agreements, renewable energy plans, and time-of-day tariff proposals. The Commission will examine all submissions before issuing final orders and announced additional public hearings in Gurugram and Hisar for DHBVNL, and Panipat and Yamunanagar for UHBVNL, between February and March....