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- The Kerala State Electricity Board told the State Electricity Regulatory Commission that it spent ₹1,190 crore on power purchases between April and August 2026, mostly through short-term contracts and the power exchange.
- It has petitioned the commission for approval to buy additional electricity to meet projected demand from September 1, 2026 to May 15, 2027.
- The commission observed that the purchase price of ₹9.50 to ₹12.50 per unit was on the higher side and asked KSEB to seek reductions.
- It also criticised KSEB for delays in battery energy storage projects and for not using low-cost power available through the Solar Energy Corporation of India.
What to watch next
- Whether the commission approves the additional power procurement after its detailed examination.
- Whether KSEB can bring down the per-unit purchase cost as urged by the commission.
- Progress on the delayed BESS projects and use of low-cost Solar Energy Corporation of India power.
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