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Electricity (Amendment) Rules 2026 on Captive Power Plants

16 March 20261 min read
NATIONAL AFFAIRSElectricity(Amendment) Rules2026 on CaptivePower Plants16 March 2026safalsetu.com

Why in the news

The Union government revised the electricity rules so factories producing their own power have clearer ground rules.

Key facts

  • Instrument: Electricity (Amendment) Rules, 2026, amending the Electricity Rules, 2005.
  • Focus: captive power plants (CPP), which make electricity for the industry’s own use.
  • Aim: remove regulatory ambiguity and boost ease of doing business.

Why industries go captive

  • Dependable supply.
  • Lower energy cost and reduced transmission losses.
  • Meets sustainability goals through renewables.

Background

  • The concept was earlier recognised in the National Electricity Policy, 2005.

Exam angle

  • New instrument: Electricity (Amendment) Rules, 2026.
  • Captive plant: self-use generation.

Test yourself

1. Which rules did the Centre amend in 2026 to strengthen the captive power generation framework?

The Electricity (Amendment) Rules, 2026 amend the Electricity Rules, 2005.

2. What is a captive power plant?

It generates power for the industry's own consumption instead of relying fully on the grid.

3. Which policy earlier recognised the concept of captive power plants?

The notes say the concept was recognised under the National Electricity Policy, 2005.

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