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Please find enclosed herewith Minutes of the 76th Commercial Committee

Meeting of WRPC held on 23.10.2017 at 11:00 Hrs at WRPC Secretariat, Mumbai.
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Mailing list for 76th CCM
1. Executive Director (Finance), Gujarat Urja Vikas Nigam Ltd., Vadodara-390 007. Fax:
0265-2344543.
2. Chief Engineer (LD), Gujarat Energy Transmission Corpn. Ltd., Vadodara- 390 021
3. Chief General Manager (Comml), MP Power Management Co.Ltd., Jabalpur-482 008.
Fax: 0761-2664749.
4. Chief Engineer (LD), M P Power Transmission Company Ltd.,SLDC, Jabalpur 482 008.
Fax: 0761-2661884
5. Chief Engineer (Comml), Chhattisgarh State Power Distribution Co. Ltd., Raipur – 492
013. Fax: 0771-5066942
6. Chief Engineer (LD), Chhattisgarh State Power Transmission Co. Ltd., Bhilai-490 024.
7. Chief Engineer (PP), Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Co. Ltd., Mumbai-400
051. Fax: 022-26475012.
8. Chief Engineer (LD), State Load Despatch Centre, MSETCL, New Mumbai - 400 708.
Fax: 022-27601769
9. Chief Electrical Engineer, Panjim, Goa-403 001. Fax: 0832-2222354
10. Executive Engineer, Electricity Department, Daman-396 210. Fax: 0260-2250889
11. Executive Engineer (Elect), Electricity Department, Silvassa-396 230. Fax:0260-
2642338/236/787
12. Addl. General Manager (Comml), Nuclear Power Corpn. of India Ltd., Mumbai-400 094.
Fax: 022-22180109
13. General Manager (Comml), NTPC Ltd., New Delhi-110 003. Fax: 011-24364606
14. Regional Executive Director (West), NTPC Ltd., Mumbai-400 093. Fax- 28259345
15. General Manager (Com. & CP), NTPC SAIL Power Co. Pvt. Ltd., New Delhi -110 066.
Fax: 011-26717383/63/66
16. Executive Director (Comml), PGCIL, Gurgaon, Haryana-122 001. Fax- 0124-2571760-
61
17. General Manager, WRTS-I, PGCIL, Nagpur-440 026. Fax: 0712-2641366.
18. Addl. General Manager (Comml), WRTS-IL, PGCIL, Vadodara-440 026
19. Executive Director, POSOCO, WRLDC, Mumbai-400 093. Fax: 022-28202630
20. Dy. General Manager (Comml), Ratnagiri Gas & Power Pvt. Ltd., Mumbai-400 093. Fax:
28269057.
21. Vice President, Adani Power Limited, Ahmedabad – 380015
22. Addl. Chief Engineer (R & C), Gujarat Energy Trans. Corpn. Ltd., Vadodara-390 007
23. Chief Engineer (Trans. O&M), MSETCL, Mumbai-400 051
24. General Manager (Comml), LANCO Amarkantak Power Private Ltd., Gurgaon – 122
016. Fax: 01124-4741024
25. Member (Power), Narmada Control Authority, Indore.-452 010. Fax: 0731-2559888.
26. Vice President, Jindal Power Ltd., Tamnar, Raigarh, Chhattisgarh – 496 001. Fax:011-
26739151. Fax: 07767-281993
27. Executive Director (Comml), Torrent Power Ltd., Ahmedabad- 380 009. Fax: 02641-
612008
28. AVP (Power Trading), GMR Energy Trading Ltd., Bangalore-560 029.
29. DGM Finance, CGPL, UMPP Mundra, Kutch-370 435.
30. AGM (O&M/O&E) Ratnagiri Gas and Power Pvt Limited PO: Anjanvel, Taluka:
Guhaghar Disstt: Ratnagiri (Maharastra) - Pin 415703
31. Vice President (Powe CG) ACB India Ltd., 2*135 MW Kasaipali Power Project,
Kasaipali, P.O.- Jawali, Tehsil-Katghora, Korba –chhatisgarh-495445. Fax: 07815-
285887
32. GM (O&M) Bharat Aluminium co. Ltd (BALCO), P.O. Balco Nagar, Distt. Korba -
495684 Chhattisgarh. Fax: 07759-243068
33. AGM (F&A), DCPP JSPL, Dongamahua captive power plant (4*135 MW),
Dhaurabhata(PO) Raigarh-496107 (CG). Fax: 07767-200400
34. Director, Jaypee Bina Thermal Power Plant, village sirchopi, Agasod P.O. Bina-470113
Distt. Sagar(MP)
35. Sr. Vice President (EPMPL), Essar Power MP Limited, Thana road, Near Chunkumari
stadium, Waidhan, Dist. Singrauli (MP)-486886. Fax: 07805-234438
36. Vice-President, ACB India ltd. 7th floor, Corporate house, Ambience tower, National
highway Gurgaon-122001 Haryana.
37. Sasan Power limited, Dhirubahi ambani knowledge city, 1 block, 2nd floor, north wing,
Thane-belapur road, Navi Mumbai-400710. Fax: 022-30386999
38. KSK Mahanadi Power CO. LTD, 8-2-293/82/A/431/A, Road no 22, Jubilee hills,
Hyderabad-500033. Fax: 040-23559930
39. Plant Head,GMR EMCO Energy ltd. B1, MIDC, Growth centre, Warora-post
Chandrapur- dist,Mahrashtra-442907. Fax: 080-40432180
40. Vice president (Comml.), Vandana Vidhut ltd., Vandana Bhavan, M.G. Road, Raipur-
492001-CG. Fax: 0771-4006001
41. Korba west power co. Limited, village chhotte bhandar, P.O. Babe Bhandar,Tehsil
Pussore Dist. Raigarh, chhattisgarh-49610
42. Ms. D B Power Ltd., 3rd floor, Naman corporate link, C-31, G-block, BKC Bandra
eastMumbai-400051. Fax: 096-99610110
43. Vice President-Power Infrastructure Plant- B MRSS, Essar Steel Ltd 27th km, Surat
Hazira Road, Surat-394270 Gujarat. Fax: 0261-6685544
44. Jaypee Nigrie Super Thermal Power Project (A Unit of Jaiprakash Power Ventures
Limited) Vill- Nigrie, Tehsil- SaraiDistt. - Singrauli, MP-486669. Fax: 011-26145389
45. GM-Coordination, Dhariwal Infrastruture LtdCESC ltd,CESC House,
ChowringheeSquare, Kolkata-700001. Fax: 07172-237992
46. Chief General Manager, RKM Powergen pvt ltd, Village Uchpinda, PO Dhurkot, Via
chandrapur, Tehsil- Dabra, Janjgir-Champa dist, Chhattisgarh-495692. Fax 0776-
2214012
47. GM (Operations) MB Power (Madhya Pradesh) LimitedHotel Govindam, Kotma
Road,Anuppur, Madhya Pradesh – 484224. Fax: 011-47624229
48. Head Project, Jhabua power ltd, Vill. Berela, post Attariya, Tehsil Ghansore, Dist-Seoni-
480997 (MP). Fax: 011-23368729
49. Sr. Vice-President (Power) TRN Energy Pvt ltd.18, Vasant Enclave, Rao tula ram marg,
New Delhi-110057
50. Member Secretary, Northern Regional Power Committee, New Delhi 110 016
51. Member Secretary, Southern Regional Power Committee, Bangalore 560 009
52. Member Secretary, Eastern Regional Power Committee, Kolkata-700 033
53. Member Secretary, North Eastern Regional Power Committee, Shillong 793 303
54. Chief Engineer (GM), Central Electricity Authority, New Delhi –110 066.
55. GM, INRPRD, NRB, BARC, MUMBAI
Minutes for the 76th meeting of Commercial Committee
held on 23rd October 2017 at WRPC, Mumbai
The 76th Commercial Committee Meeting was held on 23rd October 2017 at WRPC Secretariat,
Mumbai. The list of participants is enclosed at Annex-1.
Member Secretary, WRPC welcomed the participants to the 76th Commercial Committee
meeting. He informed the members that there are many corrections received for the minutes of
75th CCM. He requested committee members to provide comments on the minutes within 15
days from the issue date. He informed that important issues like 5-minute scheduling, phasing
out plan and FGD installation, signing of PSA between Indian Railway and beneficiaries etc
need to be discussed and hoped for fruitful discussions and amicable solutions.
Member Secretary, WRPC requested Shri J.K. Rathod, SE (Comml), WRPC to take up the
agenda items for discussion.
Item no.1: Confirmation of the minutes of the 75th meeting of Commercial Committee
SE(C), WRPC informed that Minutes of the 75th meeting of Commercial Committee held on
28.06.2017 at Mumbai were circulated vide WRPC letter no.: WRPC/Comml.-
I/CCM/Minutes/2017-10053 Dated 06.07.2017. Subsequently, many comments have been
received requesting addition / modification recorded under various items.
SE(C), WRPC informed that it was noticed that some of the modification /addition requested by
the constituents were not as per the actual discussion during 75 th CCM but due to unavailability
of voice recording system it is impossible to verify the claims. In order to prevent such conflict
in future, he requested all the constituents to get recorded their statement properly on any item
only during the discussion of CCM.
Minutes for 76th CCM held on 23.10.2017 1

The Following comments have been received on minutes of 75th CCM –
a. Comment from MPPMCL on Item no. 6: Payment of outstanding charges for wheeling of
power through OPTCL system via Budhipadar and other applicable charges.
MPPMCL vide their letter no CGM(Regulatory)/316 dated 12.07.17 (copy enclosed at
Annex 1a) requested to make following change :
"MP representative informed that OPTCL has to refund excess wheeling charges of
about Rs. 31 Cr already paid to them during the period January 1998 to March
2009 and refund of wheeling charges of Rs. 1.36 Cr (April 1998) as well paid by
Kerala to OPTCL in place of MPPMCL. The issue can be resolved if a meeting is
called between different regional beneficiaries and ERPC."
b. MSEDCL vide their email dated 24.07.2017 (copy enclosed at Annex 1b) requested the
following corrections under various items of the minutes of the 75th CCM.
i. Comment from MSEDCL on Item no. 2 : Working arrangement for transfer of

surplus power from one constituent to another constituent in line with the scheduling
of URS of ISGS.
MSEDCL requested following correction:

“MSEDCL stated that they are also of the opinion that any surplus power
with the State should be allowed to transfer / schedule / sale to other states (as
per the agreed commercial terms and conditions between the States) in line
with the scheduling of URS of ISGS i.e. without burden of additional
charges.”
ii. Comment from MSEDCL on Item no.3: Observation in RTDA charges to be

borne by the state on account of deviation by ISGS.
MSEDCL requested following correction:

“MSEDCL stated that ISGS stations should not inject more than its approved
injection quantum in a 15 min time block. The transmission charges as

applicable to beneficiaries under RTDA should be borne by the concerned
ISGS station only and should not been passed on to the beneficiaries.”
iii. Comment from MSEDCL on Item no.4: Status of alternate/standby supply

arrangement by Indian Railways (IR) when source of power (RGPPL) is not
available,
MSEDCL requested to add following statement:–

“MSEDCL informed that signing of standby supply agreement with IR is in
progress and waiting for response from Indian Railway on the draft
agreement forwarded by them to IR. MSEDCL insisted that if IR do not enter
into standby arrangement with MSEDCL then MSLDC should take suo-moto
action to disconnect Indian Railway from the state grid in the event of tripping
of RGPPL. Under any circumstances IR should not be allowed to overdraw
the power in absence of standby arrangement.”
iv. Comment from MSEDCL on Item no.8: Transmission charges for RGPPL power
share allocation to other state i.e. (Gujarat, Jharkhand and Madhya Pradesh),
MSEDCL requested to add following statement -
“MSEDCL stated that RGPPL –New Koyna (Maharashtra) and RGPPL–
Nagothane (Maharashtra) lines are state owned lines , hence CTU charges
are not applicable. These lines have to be continued considering as InSTS line
of Maharashtra. MSEDCL has terminated its PPA with RGPPL. But as per
share allocation of RGPPL, MSEDCL is being shown having allocation of
1328.726 MW from RGPPL. MSEDCL, at present, is paying heavily as far as
monthly PoC charges are concerned. Any hike in PoC charges as payable by
MSEDCL will lead to hike in MSEDCL’s tariff which ultimately will have to
be recovered from MSEDCL’s consumers.”
v. Comment from MSEDCL on Item no.11: MSEDCL duplication of injection and

drawal losses.

The sentence “GM(WRLDC) suggested that MSEDCL may approach NTPC to sell
their power on the NTPC station bus and solve the issue bilaterally with them.”
shall replace the existing sentence “MSEDCL representative informed that they shall
approach NTPC to sell their power on the NTPC station bus and solve the issue
bilaterally with them.”
vi. Comment from MSEDCL on Item no.27: MPPMCL Scheduling of Un-

requisitioned Surplus Power (URS) on 50% Capacity.
MSEDCL requested to add following statements –
“Regarding option no. 2 above, MSEDCL stated that the URS may be
transferred with 100% capacity charges and 100% variable charges to the
availing beneficiary but the original beneficiary should have lien to take
back such power once scheduled by other beneficiary.
Representative from Maharashtra stated that they will revert back on the
proposal of MPPMCL after consulting the same with its Management.”
The Committee accepted all the above comments and confirmed the Minutes of 75 th CCM
with modification.

Part A) Follow up Items from 75th CCM :
Item no.2: Payment of outstanding charges for wheeling of power through

OPTCL system via Budhipadar and other applicable charges.
SE(C), WRPC informed that this is one of the most complicated issues which is unfortunately
unresolved since long. He also informed that since 75th CCM, WRPC Secretariat have been
continuously trying to make agreement among all concerned entities to sit together to resolve the
issue. Ultimately, it was agreed by all to have a meeting on 28/11/2017 and invitations in this
regard will be sent to all the concerned organizations/officials.
Further, WRLDC representative commented on MPPMCL letter no. CGM (Regulatory)/16 dated
05.04.16 (copy enclosed at Annex–2) that the inter-regional STOA data is available in the
Regional Energy accounts (REA) of WRPC. MPPMCL was suggested to obtain the data from
the Regional Energy accounts.
Committee noted.

Part B) Items for Discussion
Item no.3: Alternate/standby supply arrangement by Indian Railways when source of

power (RGPPL) is not available.
Background -
In the 34th WRPC it was informed that MP & Gujarat have already reached an agreement with
Indian Railways (IR) for signing PSA; IR shall sign the PSA with Gujarat tentatively by 3 rd
August 2017.
Considering deadlock in resolving the matter between Maharashtra and Railways, the TCC
suggested the following:
(1) Maharashtra may explore other type of tariff category other than the existing temporary tariff,
which is on monthly basis, so that the requirement of four to five hours of temporary supply to
Railways may be charged at reasonable rates.
(2) Maharashtra may approach MERC for getting the approval of similar methodology followed
by MP & Gujarat.
(3) Maharashtra (MSEDCL) can approach their management for other than monthly temporary
tariff as desired by Railways and revert back within 15 days.
(4) First, Maharashtra & Railways may reach a mutual agreed arrangement and then approach
MERC for approval of the modified tariff scheme for temporary daily basis.
(5) While discussions between Indian railway & Maharashtra DISCOM is going on, Indian
Railway shall go ahead with signing & implementation of PSA with Gujarat & MP.
Discussions during 76th CCM -
(1) SE(C), WRPC informed that SLDC Gujarat vide letter no. Guj-SLDC/SCH/F-12/3995
dated 29.09.17 (copy enclosed at Annex 3) informed that in the previous
CCM/WRPC/TCC meetings, Indian Railways was asked to take up the above issue
seriously and suggested to enter in to standby arrangement. In this regard, power supply
agreement (PSA) has been signed between Indian Railways, Gujarat (IR_GUJ) and

GUVNL. However, due to want of completion of some formalities by IR_GUJ, as on
date the PSA is not in force.
GUVNL representative stated that all the formalities regarding the PSA are
completed and the PSA is in force since 26.09.2017. Further he stated that
temporary tariff arrangement in-line with the current PSA for an additional 62.5
MW should be signed due to increase in quantum of LTA to IR.
MPPMCL representative informed that the draft PSA agreement is provided to IR
and IR shall respond in two-three weeks after consultation/confirmation from their
legal and finance department.
(2) SE(C), WRPC informed that The Central railway (CR) vide their letter dated 15/09/2017
(copy enclosed at Annex 3) informed that a meeting was held at MSEDCL office with
Executive Director on 05/08/02017 and with CMD (MSEDCL) on 31/08/2017 to discuss
and resolve the issues. MSEDCL did not agree on the corrections / modifications
suggested by CR as per GUVNL and Western Railway (WR) on the ground that
temporary tariff of MSEDCL applicable for stand by power is MERC approved and can
be changed with MERC order only.
SE(C), WRPC requested MSEDCL and Central Railway (CR) to explore 5 options
suggested by 34th WRPC to arrive at common consensus so that PSA can be signed
at the earliest.
MSEDCL representative informed that the proposal for temporary tariff provided
to IR is as per Hon‟ble MERC regulations under which provision exist for monthly
basis only and the changes as requested by IR can be incorporated only if approved
by Hon‟ble MERC.
CE, SLDC, (Gujarat) stated that the consensus between MSEDCL and CR seems
to be nearly impossible as daily based tariff does not exist in MERC tariff
categories. He further added that MSEDCL may derive daily tariff from maximum
monthly tariff available and offer the same to CR to make agreement.

Considering the deadlock, Committee suggested MSEDCL to go for derived daily tariff
from the monthly maximum tariff in consent with the Hon‟ble MERC.
MS, WRPC stated that the PSA between GUVNL and IR is in force and MP shall sign PSA
with IR in a month and the discussions between MSEDCL and IR are inconclusive. In view
of the no visible progress in the direction of signing PSA, the committee opined to close this
agenda item till any further updates are received from MSEDCL.
Committee decided to close the agenda item till further updates are received from
MSEDCL.
Item no.4: Impact of forthcoming „Five minutes‟ scheduling and energy accounting.
SE(C), WRPC informed that, SLDC Gujarat vide letter no. Guj-SLDC/SCH/F-12/3995 dated
29.09.17 (copy at Annex 3) informed that common white paper may be published for
forthcoming 5 minutes scheduling and energy accounting wherein change in financial/technical
impact with respect to revision by State/Discom/SLDC and issues associated with viz. existing
practice of demand forecasting in 15 minutes time block v/s requisition to be made in 5 minutes,
back to back implementation at Central and State level, consequences of delay in implementation
at State level, alignment of existing ramp up/down rate of the generator, modification in
software, commercial impact, readiness etc. Views of all the entities may be obtained and way
forward to be decided accordingly.
Discussions during 76th CCM: -
GUVNL representative informed that there is huge impact involved with the five minute
scheduling as the generators take some minimum time to respond. This item is never
discussed in WRPC therefore it can be discussed in CCM or other forum before going to
the WRPC Board.

NTPC representative informed that as per the existing IEGC the schedule is revised after 4
time block(1 hour) and if the scheduling is changed from 15 minutes to 5 minutes then the
schedule has to be revised in the shortened time period i.e 20 minutes(4 time blocks) . This
will lead to operational difficulties such as causing huge stress on the boiler. Further
Turbine has to respond fast and frequently due to which wear & tear and hysteresis losses
may rise which will lead to reduced life of the generating station. He stated that a pilot
project on AGC is being implemented in the country. He added that before taking decision
on switching over to 5 minute scheduling it is necessary to first implement Automatic
Generation Control (AGC).
WRLDC representative informed that there are three actions to control the power
dispatch. The primary action is the governor control, secondary action is AGC and the
tertiary action is Ancillary services. The 5 minutes scheduling shall optimize the ancillary
services and AGC operation.
NSPCL representative stated that ramp up / ramp down commensurate with the 5 minutes
scheduling is possible to achieve in case of Hydro / Gas based generating stations but in
case of coal based generating stations the required ramp up / ramp down is difficult to
achieve because the conventional base power stations are not designed for frequent cyclic
load variation of higher quantum. He further added that the cyclic load variation during
real time operation based on 5 minutes scheduling will lead to increase in wear and tear,
decrease in efficiency, increase in specific fuel consumption rate etc.
MS, WRPC informed that there is no discussion regarding 5 minutes scheduling in any
forum of WRPC. However it is noted that during second meeting of “FOR subgroup for
implementation of 5- minute scheduling, metering, accounting and settlement” which was
held at NLDC, New Delhi, it was incorrectly recorded in regard to WRPC that “WRPC and
---- already deliberated” under slide titled “ Action points-First Meeting of the Sub-Group”
of presentation given by NLDC.

Committee felt that before adoption of new system having effect on real time operation,
cost of power generation and issues associated with the O &M of generating stations, it
would be wise to have through discussion/debate among all the affected stakeholders.
SE (C), WRPC stated that before adopting the 5 minutes scheduling, through analysis /discussion
with regard to changes required in switching over in terms of requirement of various kind of
resources at various levels (i.e. RLDC/RPC/SLDs) along with the discussion on pros and cons as
suggested by CE, SLDC Gujarat need to be carried out.
After discussion committee felt that it is better to form a separate group of WRLDC, WRPC,
SLDCs, NTPC, DISCOMs and IPPs to analyze /discuss the issue covering following points and
come out with suggestions/white paper as suggested by CE, SDLC.
(i) Need for changeover to 5 minute scheduling.

(ii) Can the switching over eases the existing problems related to communication in
real time operation in 15 minutes existing system.
(iii) Advantage of 5 minutes scheduling in comparison of 15 minutes scheduling.
(iv) Whether financial /system improvement analysis for the change over have been
carried out?
(v) Impact on generators due to probable frequent ramp up/ramp down on account
of 5 minute scheduling.
(vi) Existing practice of demand forecasting in 15 minutes time block v/s requisition
to be made in 5 minutes.
(vii) Consequences of delay in implementation at State level.
(viii) Alignment of existing ramp up/down rate of the generator.
(ix) Infrastructure requirements in terms of hardware & software upgradation
needed for scheduling, metering, accounting and settlement by the NLDC,
RLDCs, SLDCs and RPCs/NPC.
(x) Detailed action plan for migration including phasing of activities if required.
(xi) Time –frames for the implementation of identified activities and target date for
migration to 5 minute scheduling, metering accounting and settlement.
(xii) Capacity building measures required for all stakcholders.

CE, SLDC, (Gujarat) suggested that before discussion among members of the group, it is
important for the group to have clear direction and therefore he suggested to get the
comments from all constituents so that the group can discuss on suggestions. He further
added that comments should be invited in uniform format and SLDC, (Gujarat) will
prepare the same and furnish to WRPC in one week time.
Accordingly Committee recommended to form a group (as mentioned earlier) to analyse

/discuss / study the impact of 5 minutes scheduling and get the suggestion from the group.
Item no.5: Impact of phasing out plan, FGD installation and commissioning.
SLDC Gujarat vide letter no. Guj-SLDC/SCH/F-12/3995 dated 29.09.17 (copy enclosed at
Annex 3) informed that special TCC meeting was held on dated 28.09.2017 (copy of MoM
enclosed at Annex 5) to review & finalize the list of phasing out plan and FGD installation &
commissioning plan in respect of Thermal Power plants of Western Region. In this regard,
commercial impact on the central sector projects along with reduction in availability may be
discussed.
SE (C), WRPC informed that this issue was discussed in various higher forum (i.e.MoP, CEA).
Even commercial impact was also discussed in Special TCC held at WRPC. As per record notes
of this discussion, Principal Chief Engineer (PCE), CEA informed that NTPC had already
received bids for FGD to be installed in their plants, once it is opened bench mark cost would be
decided and intimated to CERC for revised tariff. He also stated that as per an estimate given in
MoM of 2nd meeting of the “Committee for phasing plan for implementation of new
environmental norms” held on 13.12.2016, cost of wet lime based FGD would be around 0.5 Cr/
MW and tariff implication would be around 32 Paise /kWH considering operational life of 15
years.
Committee noted as above.

Item no.6: Estimated cost of transmission elements to be borne by the States (based on
PoC computation) as approved by the CEA Regional Standing Committee.
SLDC Gujarat vide letter no. Guj-SLDC/SCH/F-12/3995 dated 29.09.17 (copy at Annex 3)
informed that coordinated transmission planning is carried out by regional standing committees
for power system planning. In this regard, planning for new ISTS proposals associated with or on
account of generation project, New Intra-STS proposals, System Strengthening in ISTS etc. are
carried out. Standing Committee approves the new transmission elements/schemes. Estimated
expenditure for the new approved projects is also known. However, portion of the total
expenditure for the entire transmission scheme to be borne by the State is not known at the time
of planning/approval.
Hence, in view of the above, it is requested to provide information of portion of estimated cost of
the transmission scheme to be borne by the State based on the existing/probable load flow
studies under sharing of inter-state transmission charges and losses (based on computation of
PoC charges). The load flow scenario may also be taken as per the SCOD of the new
transmission scheme.
GUVNL representative requested WRLDC to provide estimated cost of transmission

elements to be borne by the States (based on PoC computation) as approved by the
Standing Committee on Power System Planning for Western Region (SCPSPWR). He
further elaborated that, this information are frequently sought by the top management as it
is very valuable input for long financial planning of 3-5 years period.
EE(C), WRPC suggested that WRLDC can model estimated cost of transmission elements
to be borne by the States by considering the future scenarios of the power system and
provide normative cost with approximation.
WRLDC representative informed that at present NLDC is preparing the PoC charges for
the upcoming 3 months by taking the data of present system. NLDC has to do the
calculation to generate the future normative PoC charges.

SE(C), WRPC suggested that WRPC Secretariat shall write a letter to NLDC / standing
committee requesting for the state wise normative cost of PoC charges considering future
scenarios of 3 to 5 years.
Committee accepted the suggestion of writing a letter to NLDC / standing committee.
Item no.7: Waiving-off payment of transmission charges for use of inter-state transmission
system for STOA availed by State Utility up to the granted LTA.
SLDC Gujarat vide letter no. Guj-SLDC/SCH/F-12/4013 dated 02.10.17 (copy at Annex 7)
informed that the clause No.10.4 (amendment of Regulation 25 of the principal regulations) of
the CERC, open access in inter-state transmission, second amendment, regulations 2013 is
reproduced as under:
“In case a State utility is the short-term customer, the operating charges and the
transmission charges collected by the nodal agency shall not include the charges for
use of the State network and the operating charges for the State Load Despatch
Centre.”
In line with the above clause, the similar thought can be given for the use of ISTS by the State
utility availing STOA (collective and bilateral transaction). State utilities already have LTA for
the designated quantum. Irrespective of the use of LTA (in terms of quantum), State utilities pay
the full transmission charges as per the sharing of inter-state transmission charges and losses)
regulations, 2010 as amended time to time. As of now, state utilities do not require to pay any
transmission charges for the use of State network for STOA. Apparently, payment of
transmission charges for use of ISTS network for STOA seems duplication of payment (up to
LTA). The only quantum of STOA above the LTA should attract the ISTS transmission charge.

SE(C), WRPC stated that the request made by SLDC, Gujarat can only be acceded by
changing the concerned regulations and therefore he suggested SLDC, Gujarat to take up
this issue with Hon‟ble CERC. He further stated that considering the logic given by SLDC,
Gujarat, WRPC Secretariat will write a letter to CEA to get solution on the issue.
Item no.8: Discussion on POC charges as payable by beneficiaries of KAP and TAPS
3&4 during their outage period:
MSEDCL vide email dated 06.10.17 informed that M/s PGCIL raises monthly POC bills on its
beneficiaries as per its approved withdrawal quantum which is based on the demand data
submitted by DIC considering its Long term Access quantum from ISGS stations. It includes
LTA quantum tied up with Kakrapar and TAPs 3&4 stations of NPCIL also.
As we aware that there is no generation from Kakrapar station since April 2016 and may be on
bar after July 2018. Also TAPs 3&4 was under outage in August 2017. But all beneficiaries have
to pay PoC charges as applicable to them due to Kakrapar and TAPS 3 &4. MSEDCL has paid
PoC charges amounting Rs. 94.11 Cr for its allocation in KAP for the period from Apr 16 to Sep
16 without getting a single unit from this station. Also MSEDCL has paid an amount of Rs 16.11
Cr towards PoC charges for its allocation in TAP 3&4 for the month of Aug 17 i.e. during its
outage period. This has led to unnecessary financial implications on all beneficiaries.
MSEDCL requested that the issue regarding POC charges payable by beneficiaries of KAPS and
TAPS 3&4 during their outage period and settlement / adjustment of these charges needs to be
discussed in CCM meeting. Also, as it is well known that Kakrapar station will not be available
for power generation in coming months then the beneficiaries‟ share allocation in KAPs may not
be considered in calculation of monthly PoC charges as payable by its beneficiaries for that
period.

MSEDCL representative informed that as the units of TAPS 3&4 is under outage they are
still paying the transmission charges. He requested for reimbursement of transmission
charges from NPCIL. He further stated that in the PPA signed with TAPS 3&4, there is no
provision to cover the cost of PoC charges in case the unit is in outage.
GUVNL representative suggested that while signing the PPAs in future, Discom should
also consider the scenarios whenever the power plant is under outage conditions for long
durations.
SE(C), WRPC stated that the representative from NPCIL is not present in the meeting and
therefore the update on expected date of resumption of generation is not known. He further
stated that considering financial implication on constituents due to long outages of TAPS
3&4, WRPC secretariat can write a letter to NPCIL to expedite the matter.
Item no.9: Auxiliary Power Consumption adjustment of TAPS 3&4 and power
scheduled to BARC facilities in outage period of TAPS 3&4
MSEDCL vide letter no. MSEDCL/CE/PP/76th CCM/agenda points/24035 dated 03.10.17 (copy
at Annex 9) informed that TAPS 3&4 has drawn energy of 7656647 units from MSEDCL in
month of August 2017. The methodology for settlement of auxiliary consumption in the outage
period of KAPP has been decided as per decision taken in 33rd TCC/ WRPC meeting. In view of
outage of TAPS 3&4, the methodology in respect of auxiliary Power Consumption adjustment
of TAPS 3&4 needs to be discussed. Also BARC facilities have an allocation of 10 MW from
TAPS 3&4 only and no allocation from any other source. If TAPS3&4 are under outage then it is
to be clarified that how demand of BARC facilities is fulfilled in absence of generation from
TAPS 3&4. If BARC facility's requirement is fed from beneficiaries of TAPS 3&4 then the
commercial settlement in this regard is required to be discussed.

SE(C), WRPC stated that in past, in case of auxiliary consumption of KAPS, the issue had
been deliberated in the 33rd WRPC meeting wherein a methodology of settlement had been
accepted as per the clauses of PPA between beneficiaries and KAPS (NPCIL). As per this
methodology, auxiliary power consumption by KAPS would be settled at the rate KAPS
supply power to its beneficiaries. The present issue of auxiliary power consumption by
TAPS 3 &4 is similar to KAPS and therefore if all constituents are in agreement, the same
methodology as has been approved in 33rd WRPC meeting for KAPS may be adopted for
TAPS 3 & 4.
After discussion, all the constituents agreed that the auxiliary power consumption by TAPS
3 &4 during the time of its outage would be settled at the rate TAPS 3 &4 supply power
to its beneficiaries. On matter of power scheduled to BARC facilities in outage period of
TAPS 3&4, WRLDC representative informed that BARC is a separate entity and the
allocation of 10 MW to BARC is only from TAPS 3 & 4 and during outage of TAPS 3 &4,
BARC facilities are drawing power under DSM mechanism. WRLDC has communicated to
BARC vide their letter dated 06.09.2016 (copy enclosed at Annex 9) to purchase power
through STOA.
Committee recommended that all the constituents agreed that the auxiliary power
consumption by TAPS 3 &4 during the time of its outage would be settled at the rate
TAPS 3 &4 supply power to its beneficiaries subject to provision under PPA.
Committee also agreed that WRPC secretariat shall communicate with BARC to expedite
power purchase through STOA.
Item no.10: Declaration of Transmission elements into commercial operation by ISTS

licensees
PGCIL vide email dated 13.06.17 has intimated the list of transmission elements into
commercial operation for the period from 01.10.2016 to 31.05.2017.

S.
Asset Project DOCO
No.
Raipur Pooling station-Wardha 765kV D/c 2nd System Strengthening in
1 line alongwith bay extension at 765kV Raipur Raipur-Wardha Corridor for 31.03.2017
Pooling station & Wardha S/s. IPP projects in Chhattisgarh.
1500MVA 765/400kV Transformer(ICT-4) &
Installation of Bus Reactor &
2 associated bays at 765/400kV Raigarh Pooling 01.04.2017
ICT in Western Region
Station(Tamnar)
i) 400kV D/C Kakrapar APP -Vapi line along
with associated bays at Vapi SS. Transmission System
3 associated with Kakrapar 29.06.2017
ii) 400kV D/C Kakrapar APP – Navsari line Atomic Power Project - 3&4
along with associated bays at Navsari SS.
Transmission System
Lara(NTPC)-Champa(POWERGRID)400kV D/c
associated with LARA STPS-
4 (Quad) Line alongwith associated Bays at 21.07.2017
I(2x800MW) Generation
Champa Pooling Station(POWERGRID)
Project of NTPC Ltd.
Substation extensions for
1x1500 MVA, 765/400 kV ICT (ICT # 3) along Transmission System
5 with associated bays at Vindhyachal Pooling associated with Vindhyachal - 31.07.2017
Station V (500 MW) project of NTPC
(Part-A)
I.) 500 MVA, 400/220 kV ICT (ICT # II) along
with associated bays at Itarsi SS. Western Region System
6 14.08.2017
Strengthening Scheme – XIV
II.) 2 nos. 220 kV line bays at Itarsi SS.
i) 400kV D/C Mauda-II – Betul (Quad) line Transmission System
along with associated bays and 2x50 MVAR line associated with Mauda Stage–
7 24.08.2017
reactors at Betul GIS. II (2 x 660 MW) generation
project

ii) 400kV D/C Betul – Khandwa (Quad) line
along with associated bays at both ends and 2x50
MVAR switchable line reactors at Betul GIS &
2x50 MVAR line reactors at Khandwa SS.
iii) 315 MVA, 400/220kV ICT # I and ICT # II

along with associated bays and 04 Nos. 220kV
line bays at Betul GIS.
iv) 125 MVAR, 420kV Bus Reactor along with

associated bay at Betul GIS.
2 No .765kV 3*80MVAR Switchable Line Inter-Regional System
8 Reactor (for Aurangabad-Solapur D/C line) and Strengthening Scheme in WR 25.08.2017
associated bays at 765/400kV S/s and NR(Part-A)
In case of serial no. 3, Committee recommended PGCIL to ensure that the liability related
to relevant charges with regard to the said asset should be passed-on the concerned
generator till CoD of the unit.
Item no.11: Installation of new Interface Energy meters, AMR system and meter data
processing system as per the approved technical specifications in 34th WRPC
WRLDC vide letter no. WRLDC/MO/1551/2017 dated 26.09.17 (copy enclosed at Annex 11)
informed that the draft “Technical specifications for Interface Energy Meters (IEM), Automated
Meter Reading (AMR) system and Meter Data Processing system (MDP) for Western Region”
prepared by WRLDC was discussed in the 75th CCM. After incorporating the suggestions of the
members the revised draft was put up in the 34th TCC/WRPC meeting held at Mumbai on
28.07.17 and was approved by the board. The approved document has been uploaded on the
WRPC website at the URL http://wrpc.nic.in/wrpc/IEM_AMR_final.pdf.

SE(C), WRPC briefly informed that the issue have been so far discussed in many forum
and finally, 34th TCC/WRPC approved the technical specifications for Interface Energy Meters
(IEM), Automated Meter Reading (AMR) system and Meter Data Processing system (MDP) for
Western Region. It was also agreed in 34th TCC/WRPC that the execution /implementation will
be taken up by PGCIL. He requested PGCIL representative to give update on progress of work.
PGCIL representative in reply informed that the work has not yet been started .
SE(C), WRPC stated that the of work of installation of IEM/AMR should be completed in
time bound manner and therefore it is necessary for WRPC Secretariat to take up the
matter with the Director (Operation) PGCIL.
Committee noted the above.
Item no.12: Demo of 5-min meter
WRLDC vide letter no. WRLDC/MO/1551/2017 dated 26.09.17 informed that a committee has
been constituted by the Technical sub-committee of the Forum of Regulators for
"Implementation of 5-Minute Scheduling, Metering, Accounting and Settlement". During the
meeting held on 28th August 2017 in New Delhi, it was decided to examine the feasibility of re-
configuring the 15-min meters for data integration at 5-min interval. In this direction WRLDC
discussed with the existing meters vendors- Elster, L&T and Secure. L&T and Secure informed
that the existing meters installed at the interstate level had been specially customized and hard-
wired as per the ABT requirements for 15-min data integration. They stated that those meters
cannot be configured for data integration at 5-min interval. It was informed that the new model
of meters have latest features and they can be configured for the desired time interval. However,
Elster informed that their existing meters can be re-configured to 5-min data recording, but the
data recording at 5-min interval would enhance the storage requirements within the meter. They
mentioned that they were not sure about the available storage capability if the existing meters are
re-configured.
In order to study the features of the latest model of energy meters available off-the-shelf, all the
three meters vendors were requested to install a demo meter having 5-min integration interval.
Elster and Secure participated in the exercise that was conducted at 400/220 kV Magarwada
(Daman) GIS substation of POWERGRID on 13.09.17. L& T informed that they needed some
time to get their meters re-configured for 5-min integration. Elster and Secure make meters were
installed as check meters in series with the SEM installed on Navsari-Magarwada ckt-1 and
Magarwada-Kala S/C respectively. The Wh, frequency and VARh reading for 00 hrs to 2400 hrs
of 14.09.2017 were compared. The observations are as under:
Wh comparison - Main and Check (Elster)

-10 Time Block
1 4 7 10 13 16 19 22 25 28 31 34 37 40 43 46 49 52 55 58 61 64 67 70 73 76 79 82 85 88 91 94
-12
Wh
-14
RMSE ERROR – 0.013 Wh

-16
RMSE % – 0.001 %
Mean Absolute Error – 0.116 Wh
-18
Main meter Wh Avg. WH (load survey report)
Freq. comparison - Main and Check (Elster)

50.06
50.04
50.02
50
49.98
Freq in Hz.
49.96
49.94
49.92
49.9
49.88
49.86
49.84 RMSE ERROR – 0.005 Hz,
49.82 RMSE % – 0.00011 %
49.8 Mean Absolute Error - 0.004 Hz
1 4 7 10 13 16 19 22 25 28 31 34 37 40 43 46 49 52 55 58 61 64 67 70 73 76 79 82 85 88 91 94
Time Block
Main meter freq. Avg. freq. (load survey report)

Wh comparison - Main and Check (Secure)
10
9.5 RMSE ERROR : 0.21 Wh
9 RMSE % : 0.015 %
Mean Absolute Error : 0.165 Wh
8.5
Wh
8
7.5
7
6.5
6
1 4 7 10 13 16 19 22 25 28 31 34 37 40 43 46 49 52 55 58 61 64 67 70 73 76 79 82 85 88 91 94
Time Block
Main Meter (NP-8607 A) Check meter Average values (15 min)
Freq. comparison- Main and Check (Secure)

50.06
50.04
50.02
50
49.98
49.96
49.94
49.92
Freq in Hz
49.9
49.88
49.86 RMSE ERROR – 0.03 Hz,
49.84
49.82 RMSE % – 0.00057 %
49.8 Mean Absolute Error - 0.022 Hz
1 4 7 10 13 16 19 22 25 28 31 34 37 40 43 46 49 52 55 58 61 64 67 70 73 76 79 82 85 88 91 94
Time Block
Summary
• The installation of new 5 min check meter (both Elster and Secure) was successful
• Reconfiguration of existing 15-min meter to 5-min
• The reconfiguration of existing Elster meter from 15-min to 5-min is simple and is
possible to be done online at site. However the old data gets erased when the meter is
re-configured.
• The reconfiguration from 15-min to 5-min is not possible in the „Secure‟ meters
presently installed at interstate level. However the feature is available in new meter
models.
• Conversion software
• Elster: The software for conversion to .npc file is available
• Secure: The available software was unable to provide accurate *.npc file.
• Wh recording
• The error between the Wh recorded by main and check meter was small when raw
data was used for comparison in case of Elster as well as Secure
• Error is high when the data from .npc files are compared. This indicates that the
software for converting the raw data into npc with 5-min configuration needs to be
validated
• Frequency recording
• Elster: Frequency of check meter and main meter were matching
• Secure: The error between the frequency recording of main & check is high even
when raw data is compared
• The issue can be addressed by using a well calibrated reference frequency meter in
the grid
• VARh
• Difference was observed in VARh recording probably because the reactive energy
storage is dependent on the average voltage for the time block.
The copy of detailed presentation and report is enclosed at Annex 12. The demo of L&T meter is
also being coordinated.
WRLDC Representative gave a presentation on 5 minutes metering. During presentation

he stated that the entire exercise has given confidence and in the event of new regulatory
frame work wherein 15 min metering has to be switched to 5 minute metering, WR as a
region shall switch over with less hurdles.

Committee requested all the constituents to share/record their views to WRLDC at the
earliest and noted as above.
Item no.13: Energy Meter Data Discrepancy at Padghe in 400 kV Boisar- Padghe line
WRLDC vide letter no. WRLDC/MO/1551/2017 dated 26.09.17 informed that the energy meter
(MH-31, NP-2458-A) data of 400 kV Boisar line at Padghe (MSETCL) is incorrect since
12.06.17.
The comments received from PGCIL/CTU are enclosed at Annex-13.
Committee noted.
Item no.14: Energy Meter Data Issue at Solapur (PG) in 400 kV side of 765/400 kV ICT-1
WRLDC vide letter no. WRLDC/MO/1551/2017 dated 26.09.17 informed that the energy meter
(MM-52, NP-8712-A) data of 400 kV side of 765/400 kV ICT-1 is corrupt/invalid since
04.09.17. The software at WRLDC is not able to read the file. Even after taking data from two
different DCD‟s, the issue remains unresolved.
Committee noted.
Item no.15: Status of Implementation of SAMAST report recommendations
SE (C), WRPC informed about the 34th WRPC/TCC decision where in Chairman, WRPC asked
all the constituents to intimate the status of implementation of the SAMAST report.
Representative from Daman informed that they would intimate the progress within a month and
representative from WRLDC requested specific feedback regarding intra state ABT composite
meters from Maharashtra.

MSEDCL representative informed that a petition has been filed with MERC and the order
is yet to be issued. In view of the same, frequency linked deviation and deviation settlement
for intra-state generators is not functional in Maharashtra.
Updates of Goa and DD could not be obtained as representatives from Goa, DD were not
present in the 76th CCM.
Item no.16: Timely submission of weekly SEM data to WRLDC
SE(C), WRPC informed that, WRLDC vide letter no. WRLDC/MO/1551/2017 dated 26.09.17
informed that IEGC 6.4.21 mandates that “all concerned entities (in whose premises the special
energy meters are installed) shall take weekly meter readings and transmit them to the RLDC by
Tuesday noon. The SLDC must ensure that the meter data from all installations within their
control area are transmitted to the RLDC within the above schedule.”
Analysis of the time of receipt of SEM data at WRLDC was done for last twenty weeks
(01.05.2017 to 24.09.2017). The data from following Stations is generally delayed.
S Entity Stations Delay details Remark

No. (01.05.2017 to 24.09.2017)
1 MPPTCL Week-21: Delay- 23 hours, DCD
Balaghat Week-23: Data not received issue.
Week-24: Data not received
2 POWERGRID Week -8 :Delay-28 hours
Pirana
WRTS-2 Week-10 :Delay-25 hours
3 CSTPCL Week-19 :Delay-25 hours
Raigarh
Week-24 :Delay-8 hours
Week-7 : Delay-22 hours
Korba(W) Week-11 :Delay- 23 hours
Week-12 :Delay- 55 hours

4 GETCO Week-20 :Delay-24 hours
Haldarwa
Icchapur Week-19 :Delay-24 hours
Ranchhod
pura
Committee noted.
Item no.17: Interface Energy Meter Data Discrepancies
WRLDC vide letter no. WRLDC/MO/1551/2017 dated 26.09.17 informed that the discrepancy
report of SEMs is being forwarded to WRPC secretariat every week along with the processed
energy meter readings. These details are also posted on the WRLDC website. The summary of
these discrepancies is provided below:
a. 220 kV Vapi - Bhilad (PGCIL WRTS-II)
The energy meter (GG-32, NP-6439-A) data of 220 kV Bhilad line at Vapi (PG), was
incorrect for the period 12.06.17 to 25.06.17. Therefore, Vapi end data was replaced with
the standby meter data at other end (PC-44, NP-2523-A).
b. 400 kV Solapur-Kolhapur line 1 (PGCIL WRTS-I)
The energy meter (NP-2650-A) data of 400 kV Kolhapur line-1 at Solapur was incorrect
for the period 03.07.17 to 06.08.17. Therefore Solapur end meter data was replaced with
Kolhapur end meters (NP-6712-A)
c. 400 kV Solapur-Kolhapur line 2 (PGCIL WRTS-I)

The energy meter (NP-2651-A) data of 400 kV Kolhapur line-2 at Solapur was incorrect
for the period 10.07.17 to 06.08.17. Therefore Solapur end meter data was replaced with
Kolhapur end meters (NP-6713-A)
d. 220 kV Vapi (PG) – Vapi (PGCIL WRTS-II)
The energy meter (GG-31, NP-6444-A) data of 220 kV Vapi (GETCO) line at Vapi (PG),
was incorrect for the period 17.07.17 to 30.07.17. Therefore, Vapi end data was replaced
with the standby meter data at other end (PC-47, NP-2512-A).
e. Other Stations with discrepancy of less than one week
The other Stations where meter related discrepancies were observed for a week/ less than
1 week are tabulated below for kind information of members:
S. Loc.ID& Date Location Feeder/ICT Replaced Remarks

no SEM ID with
LOC.ID &
SEM Sl.no
(WR-62) 01.05.17 TAMNAR (PS) 400KV JPL (JD-21) Meter under
1 NP-8689-A STG-2 line-4 NP-2876-A recorded
PC-83 22.05.17 Satna(PG) 400kV side of (MP-11) Data corrupted

2 NP-2473-A To 400/220kV NP-2676-A
28.05.17 ICT-3
(PC-83) 29.05.17 Satna(PG) 400kV side of (PC-84) Polarity
3 NP-2473-A 400/220kV NP-2273-A correction was
ICT-3 done
4 (DB-16) 15.07.17 RAIGARH 400KV DB (DB-11) ERRONEOUS
NP-8774-A (KOTRA) POWER NP-2843-A DATA
LINE-2
5 (MM-27) 11.07.17 AURANGABAD 400KV SIDE (MM-48) ERRONEOUS
NP-8713-A (PG) OF ICT-1 NP-8718-A DATA
6 (GU-54) 17.07.17 Haldarwa 220kV KAPS- (KA-22) Under-
NP-2927-A 2 NP-2343-A recording
7 (MB-42) 17.07.17 MB Power 400Kv (MB-43) Under-

NP-6205-A TO Jabalpur(PS) NP-6218-A recording
19.07.17 line-2
8 (IT-01) 21.07.17 ITARSI(PG) 400kV side of (IT-02) Under-
NP-4224-A 400/220kV NP-2475-A recording
ICT-1

9 (VI-18) 23.07.17 Vindhyachal 400kV line-2 (NR-12) Under-
NP-2109-A STPS to HVDC NP-6596-A recording
10 (VI-18) 28.07.17 Vindhyachal 400kV line-2 (NR-12) Under-

NP-2109-A STPS to HVDC NP-6596-A recording
11 (IT-03) 25.07.17 ITARSI(PG) 400kV side of (IT-04) Under-

NP-6222-A to 400/220kV NP-6217-A recording
02.08.17 ICT-1
12 (MM-61) 28.07.17 Boisar(PG) 400kV side of (MM-62) Under-
NP-2414-A ICT-3 NP-2429-A recording
13 (GG-31) VAPI (PG) 220KV (PC-47) Under-

NP-6444-A 31.07.17 VAPI(GEB) NP-2512-A recording
LINE
14 (MP-23) 11.08.17 ITARSI (PG) 400kV Bhopal (MP-39) Under
NP-4222-A to line-1 NP-4225-A recording
13.08.17
15 (MB-40) 07.08.17 MB Power 400Kv (MB-48) Zero recording
NP-6204-A to Jabalpur(PS) NP-2945-A
13.08.17 line-1
16 (PC-13) 17.08.17 KASOR 400KV (PC-11) Under
NP-2430-A Rajgarh(PG) NP-6357-A recording
line-1
17 (MB-40) 14.08.17 MB Power 400 kV (MB-48) Zero recording
NP-6204-A Jabalpur(PS) NP-2945-A
line-1
18 (DM-26) 06.09.17 DAMOH(PG) 400kV (MB-26) Under
NP-6852-A Birsingpur(PG) NP-6848-A recording
line-2
19 (MM-54) 10.09.17 SOLAPUR 400KV SIDE (MM-53) Under
NP-8709-A OF ICT-2 NP-8706-A recording
20 (KW-13) 07.09.17 KAWAS 220kV (KW-23) Under

NP-5526-A to Icchapur line-1 NP-2621-A recording
08.09.17
21 (WR-31) 09.09.17 BHADRAWATI 400kV Line-1 (WR-33) Inconsistent
NP-4165-A to HVDC NP-2310-A data
22 (WR-32) 09.09.17 BHADRAWATI 400kV Line-2 (WR-34) Inconsistent

NP-4214-A to HVDC NP-4215-A data
Committee noted.

Items from noting –
Item no.18: Installation of 250MVA 400/220/33kV ICT at AC S/S-For Auxiliary Supply

at HVDC Bhadrawati
PGCIL vide email dated 22.09.17 has informed that CERC vide order dated 29.07.2016 has not
approved the Transmission Tariff of 315MVA ICT installed at Bhadrwati(DOCO:19.03.2015)
which was earlier proposed and approved as an alternate auxiliary supply to HVDC Bhadrawati
apart from MSETCL supply. CERC also directed POWERGRID to remove the ICT as it is
catering only 2MVA load of HVDC Bhadrawati. Accordingly the 315MVA transformer was
diverted to Daltongunj(Eastern Region).
Further, WRLDC informed that as discussed and decided in 31st SRPC meeting held on
25.02.2017, wherein SRPC has indicated that reliable supply was ensured after installation of
Bhadrawati and apprehended tripping of poles on voltage fluctuation and creating disturbance in
SR and requested POWERGRID to explore options for maintaining reliable auxiliary power
supply. In view of the system security POWERGRID has agreed to provide ICT at its own cost.
Therefore, POWERGRID has diverted decapitalised 250MVA 400/220/33kV ICT from
MOGA(NR-II) and the same is installed and commissioned on 06.09.2017. Transmission
charges for this asset shall exclude the cost of this ICT.
Part C) RTA revision due to change in LTA quantum of PTC from 300MW to
273MW
PGCIL vide email dated 22.09.17 has informed that for the petition 306/MP/2015 filed by PTC,
CERC vide order dtd 16.03.2017 has upheld the claim of PTC for excluding the quantum of
Auxiliary power from its LTA Quantum of 300MW and directed that transmission charges
Billing for the LTA be limited to 273MW. Since 01.03.2017, RTA issued by WRPC are
considering the PTC LTA quantum as 273MW. However RTA for the period Jul‟11-Feb‟17,
needs to be revised. Vide their letter dated 18.09.2017, PGCIL requested WRPC to revise the
RTA at the earliest so that Bills may be revised by CTU.

WRPC has issued the relevant revised RTAs for the period July 2011 to February 2017 vide their
letters dated 12/13 Oct 2017.
Item no.19: Share Allocation during the period July to September 2017
Following Revised Share Allocation were issued by WRPC during the period July to September
2017:
i) Allocation of power from MSTPS-II Super Thermal Power Project (2x660 MW)
of NTPC. The allocation is effective from 18.09.17
ii) Allocation of power from Solapur Super Thermal Power Project (2x660 MW)
Project. The allocation is effective from 25.09.17.
iii) Allocation of power from Korba -III Thermal power project (500MW). The
allocation is effective from 27.09.17.
iv) Allocation of power from Nuclear Power Plant (KAPS) to HWP (Hazira). The
allocation is effective from 01.10.17.
Item no.20: Status of Letter of credit (LC) opening against Deviation

charges liability for 2017-18.
WRLDC vide letter no. WRLDC/MO/1551/2017 dated 26.09.17 informed that LC amount to the
entities who have to open LC for the year 2017-18. The details of LC to be opened by WR
entities for the FY 2017-18 and the status is given below -

S. WR Entity who have to open No of weeks Average LC Remarks
No. LC in which UI payable Amount
payable weekly UI (Rs in
(Rs in lakhs) lakhs)
1 CSPDCL 40 218 240
2 MSLDC UI Settlement 24 129 142
account
3 Goa 42 106 117
4 D&D 46 36 40 LC opened on 10th
Aug‟17
5 JINDAL POWER LIMITED 7 49 54
6 HVDC Bha. 14 1 1
7 Lanco Amarkantak Power Ltd 11 10 11
9 ACBIL 30 39 43
10 RGPPL 13 10 11
11 BALCO 51 152 167
12 CGPL UMPP MUNDRA 34 71 78
13 DCPP JSPL 23 21 23
14 Essar Power MP ltd 29 38 42
15 KSK Mahanadi 10 13 14
16 Vandana Vidyut Ltd 50 8 9
17 GMR Warora Energy ltd 18 23 25 LC amended to 25
Lakhs on 22 May 2017
18 KORBA WEST POWER 46 48 53
Corp. LTD
19 D. B.Power 20 17 19
20 JAYPEE NIGRI TPP 8 89 98
21 Essar Steel Ltd 49 104 114
22 DGEN (Torrent Energy 51 9 10
Limited)

23 GMR Chhattisgarh Energy ltd 45 17 19
24 Dhariwal Infrastructure Ltd. 4 4 4 LC opened on 24th
Jul‟17
25 RKM POWERGEN 46 10 11
26 MB POWER 22 40 44
27 JHABUA POWER 46 23 25
28 SKS POWER 52 6 7
29 TRN Energy ltd 32 23 25
30 BARC 4 1 1
SE (C), WRPC requested all those entities who have not yet open the LC to open LC at the
earliest.
Item no.21: Status of Deviation charges Payable/Receivable by WR entities

to WR Deviation pool account fund maintained by WRLDC as on
22nd Sept 17
(+) Payable / (-) Receivable from Pool
Name of DSM Pool Member Total dues Payments
overdue
Principal Principal
CSPDCL 20,745,460 20,745,460
MP Power Management Co. Ltd. 22,196,718 22,196,718
GETCO LTD.
MSLDC UI Settlement account 20 20
Goa 2,435,705 2,435,705
D&D 2,688,055 2,688,055
D&NH 3,257,209 3,257,209
NTPC 550,142 550,142

NR
SR
ER
JINDAL POWER LIMITED
HVDC Vin.
HVDC Bha.
Lanco Amarkantak Power Ltd
NSPCL 2,058,276 2,058,276
ACBIL 1,082,816 1,082,816
RGPPL 881,100 881,100
BALCO
CGPL UMPP MUNDRA 8,335,356 8,335,356
DCPP JSPL 1,643,230 1,643,230
Essar Power MP Ltd
SASAN Power Limited
KSK Mahanadi
Vandana Vidyut Ltd 100,023,191 100,023,191
GMR Warora Energy Ltd. 318,906 318,906
KORBA WEST POWER Co. LTD 23,221,134 23,221,134
D. B.Power
JAYPEE NIGRI TPP 3,277,386 3,277,386
Essar Steel India Ltd 25,739,953 25,739,953
DGEN (Torrent Energy Limited) 95,208 95,208
GMR Chhattisgarh Energy Ltd 4,613,332 4,613,332
Dhariwal Infrastructure Ltd. 1,053,325 1,053,325
RKM Powergen Pvt Ltd. 5,109,250 5,109,250
MB Power (Madhya Pradesh) Ltd. 6,732,848 6,732,848
Jhabua Power Ltd 29,033,273 29,033,273
SKS POWER GENERATION
(CHHATTISGARH) LTD 6,500,505 6,500,505

TRN Energy Ltd.
BARC (PAO, PREFRE, Tarapur) 1,433,605 1,433,605
HVDC CHAMPA
KAPS 3&4(INFIRM)
Item no.22: Status of Reactive Energy charges Payable/Receivable by WR entities

to Reactive pool account fund maintained by WRLDC as on 22nd Sept 17
Amount in Rs.
Total dues Total overdues
Principal Principal
GETCO -1,808,920 -1,808,920
MPMPCL -2,219,298 -2,219,298
CSPDCL -2,505,833 -2,505,833
MSEDCL 5,880,605 5,880,605
Goa -134,086 -134,086
DD 1,246,857 1,246,857
DNH -465,981 -465,981
TOTAL -6,656 -6,656
(+) Payable / (-) Receivable from Pool
WRLDC vide letter no. WRLDC/MO/1551/2017 dated 26.09.17 informed that as decided in the
34th WRPC meeting, once the revision of REC accounts of D&D is issued, necessary adjustment
shall be done from DSM surplus amount for payable amount by D&D.
SE(C), WRPC further informed that the revision of REC accounts of DD for the period from
March 2015 to April 2017 (around 110 weeks) is under progress and is likely to be issued by
November 2017.

Item no.23: Status of Reconciliation of Deviation and REC pool account for
the period Apr‟17 to June‟17
WRLDC vide letter no. WRLDC/MO/1551/2017 dated 26.09.17 informed that WRLDC vide
letter dated 17th July‟2017, has sent the signed reconciliation statement for the period Apr‟17 to
June‟17 to all Deviation pool members . All the details of payments/receipts of Deviation
charges during Apr‟17 to June‟17 are also uploaded on WRLDC website
(www.wrldc.com/commercial/Pool Reconciliation). The following members are yet to send
back the signed reconciled statement to WRLDC for the period mentioned above.
DSM Pool Members

1 CSPDCL
2 MP Power Management Co. Ltd.
3 GETCO
4 MSLDC UI Settlement account
6 D&D
7 NTPC
8 JINDAL POWER LIMITED
8 HVDC Vin.
9 HVDC Bha.
10 Lanco Amarkantak Power Ltd
11 ACBIL
12 RGPPL
13 BALCO
14 CGPL UMPP MUNDRA
15 DCPP JSPL
16 Essar Power MP Ltd
17 SASAN Power Limited
18 KSK Mahanadi
19 Vandana Vidyut Ltd

20 KORBA WEST POWER Co. LTD
21 Jaypee Nigri TPP
22 DB Power
23 Essar Steel India Ltd
24 Dhariwal Infrastructure Ltd.
25 RKM Powergen Pvt Ltd.
26 MB Power
27 TRN Energy
28 Jhabua Power Ltd.
29 SKS POWER GENERATION (CHHATTISGARH) LTD
30 BARC (PAO, PREFRE, Tarapur)
31 HVDC Champa
As per financial audit, signed reconciled statement is required, all the above entities are
requested to reconcile at their end and send the signed statement to WRLDC at the earliest.
Further, WRLDC informed that in case WRLDC did not receive the signed reconciled statements
for the first quarter of 2017-18 by 15th Nov‟ 2017, then the statement uploaded in the WRLDC
web site shall be considered a deemed reconciled and any mismatch reported after 15 th Nov‟2017
shall not be considered for any revision by WRLDC.
Item no.24: Additional items for discussion/noting in the 76th CCM -
a) Reduction in LTA quantum for LARA project of NTPC.
MPPMCL vide email dated 17.10.17 (copy enclosed at Annex 24a) has informed that
NTPC is developing LARA Super Thermal Power Project Stage-I (2x800 MW) in
Chhattisgarh. NTPC, has accordingly applied for an open access of 1586.51 MW on

CTU for evacuation of power to the beneficiaries of the project. The list of beneficiaries
and their allocation as provided by NTPC is as under:-
Name of Allocated LTA Proposed Reduced

Beneficiaries quantum (MW) LTA (MW)
CSPDCL 793.25 753.97
MPPMCL 130.68 124.21
GUVNL 180.71 171.76
MSEDCL 226.21 215.61
Goa PD 8.97 8.53
Elect. Deptt. DNH 5.29 5.03
Elect. Deptt. DD 3.42 3.25
Un-allocated 237.98 226.20
Total
PGCIL granted the LTA for requested quantum of 1586.51 MW on 13.06.2013

and has requested the beneficiaries to sign LTA agreements.
It is observed that LTA quantum granted for LARA Phase-I Project is on higher
side because NTPC has considered 5% overload capacity of the units also. It may
be mentioned here that on a continuous basis the maximum power which would be
available from the plant shall be plant capacity, reduced by auxiliary consumption
which works out to 1508 MW as compared to 1586.51 MW already sanctioned.
The CERC (Sharing of Inter-State Transmission Charges and Losses) (Second

Amendment) Regulation 2012 clearly stipulates that:-
“Provided that the overload capacity of a generating unit shall not be used for
calculating the approved injection.”
The higher quantum of LTA shall, on one side put avoidable commercial burden
on beneficiaries while on other side deprives the prospective new users of
transmission system, due to reduction in available spare capacity. The matter was,
therefore, referred to PGCIL vide letter dated 23.09.2017.

It is worthwhile to mention that at the time of grant of LTA for Gadarwara Project,
NTPC had also considered 5% overload capacity of units. After discussion NTPC
agreed for revision of its application by reducing LTA quantum. Later, M/s PGCIL
vide its letter dated 7th May 2015 revised the LTA quantum for Gadarwara Project
from 1586.51 MW to 1508 MW.
Considering request of MPPMCL as beneficiaries of WR, it would be appropriate

to consider reduction of LTA of NTPC as well as PGCIL for revision in quantum
of WR of LTA for LARA STPP-I.
NTPC representative informed that the LTA quantum applied for LARA
STPP-I was as per the regulations prevalent at the time of application.
Further he stated that NTPC shall apply for revised quantum of LTA for
LARA STPP-I as per the CERC (Sharing of Inter-State Transmission
Charges and Losses) (Second Amendment) Regulation 2012.
b) Adjustment of Transmission Charges paid to PGCIL by MPPMCL for supply

of power from Kakrapar Atomic Power Station (KAPS) of NPCIL from
period of April 2016 to Aug 2017.
MPPMCL vide email dated 17.10.17 (copy enclosed at Annex 24a) informed that
Nuclear Power Corporation of India Ltd. & Erstwhile Madhya Pradesh State
Electricity Board (Now Madhya Pradesh Power Management Company ) had
executed Power Purchase Agreement for Kakrapar Atomic Power Station Unit I &
II and Tarapur Atomic Power Station Unit no. 3 & 4 on 08.08.2015.
NPCIL Kakrapar Atomic Power Station (KAPS) is not in operation from April
2016 and MPPMCL is paying transmission charges to PGCIL for contracted
capacity. Details of transmission charges paid by MPPMCL during the period of
non-functioning are as under:
S.No. Month Energy POC HVDC RSC Rate Total Total Amt.
in MW Rate Rate Rate in Rs.
1 April'16 104.82 104089.00 7497.00 23671.00 135257.00 141,77,639
2 May'16 104.82 141,77,639
3 June'16 104.82 141,77,639

4 July'16 104.82 112853.00 7382.00 26062.00 146297.00 153,34,852
5 Aug.'16 104.82 153,34,852
6 Sept.'16 104.82 153,34,852
7 Oct.'16 102.61 148116.00 6985.00 25321.00 180422.00 185,13,101
8 Nov.'16 104.82 189,11,834
9 Dec.'16 104.82 189,11,834
10 Jan.'17 104.82 146100.00 8632.00 26182.00 180914.00 189,63,405
11 Feb.'17 104.82 189,63,405
12 Mar'17 104.82 189,63,405
13 April'17 104.82 148865.00 8880.00 27764.00 185509.00 194,45,053
14 May'17 104.82 194,45,053
15 June'17 104.82 194,45,053
16 July'17 104.82 148865.00 8880.00 27764.00 185509.00 194,45,053
17 Aug.'17 104.82 103640.00 8507.00 27284.00 139431.00 146,15,157
18 Sep'17 99.32 103640.00 8507.00 27284.00 139431.00 138,48,287
Total Rs. 30,80,08,113
The plant is not in operation and is drawing power from the grid.
As per clause 6.1 of the PPA “ At any time, the power station is unable to meet its
own auxiliary requirement and / or requirements of other facilities belonging to
the Department of Atomic Energy, Government of India in the Western Region, full
requirement of power as and when required by the power stations and other
facilities of the Department of Atomic Energy, Government of India shall be made
available by the bulk power beneficiaries as required by Power Station. The power
(energy) so supplied will be adjusted against the energy supplied by the power
stations to the MPSEB / Bulk beneficiaries in subsequent months as per existing
practice agreed upon.”
In view of the above situation MPPMCL requests PGCIL not to raise bill of
Transmission Charges due to no generation of energy to the beneficiaries of the
PPA and take appropriate action to pass on credit for already paid amount since
April 2016.
SE(C), WRPC informed that the above additional agenda has already been
discussed under Agenda Item-8 and as per the recommendation of the

committee on item no 8 ,WRPC secretariat shall communicate to KAPS,
NPCIL regarding the concerns of beneficiaries due to long outage of KAPS.
c) CERC Task Force to Review the framework of Point of Connection (PoC)

Charges
CERC vide order 19/5/2017/E/PoC Review dated 10.07.2017 has decided to
constitute a Task Force chaired by a Member of CERC and consisting of
representatives from CERC, CEA, POSOCO, CTU and other concerned to review
the framework of PoC charges so as to align transmission pricing with the future
growth strategy of the sector. The Terms of Reference of the committee is
enclosed at Annex 24c.
In this context, comments were received from GUVNL and MSEDCL (copy
enclosed at Annex 24c) which subsequently forwarded to CERC.
MPPMCL representative stated that MPPMCL has prepared the comments
on Point of Connection (PoC) Charges and would submit to Hon‟ble CERC.
d) Constitution of Sub-Group for "Implementation of 5-Minute Scheduling,

Metering, Accounting and Settlement" under Forum of Regulators (FOR)
Technical Committee for Implementation of Framework on Renewables at
the State Level
Forum of Regulators (FOR) vide letter no 1/1/2017/Reg.Aff(SubGroup-
ISMAS)/CERC dated 02.05.17 (copy enclosed at Annex 24d) has decided to form
a Sub-Group to examine the various aspects of migrating from 15-minute to 5-
minute scheduling, metering, accounting and settlement at the inter-state level to
facilitate large scale integration of renewable. Accordingly, the competitive
authority has constituted Sub-Group. The details of the member of the Sub-Group

and the broad terms of reference (TOR) for the Sub-Group is enclosed at Annex
24d.
In 2nd meeting of FOR Sub-Group it was decided that all RPCs may discuss the 5-
minute scheduling and settlement in a more focussed manner.
SE(C), WRPC informed that this additional agenda item has already been
discussed under agenda item 4 wherein committee recommended to form a
separate group including all stake holders viz WRPC, WRLDC, SLDC,
DisCom, NTPC and a representative from IPP‟s. The group shall study in
detail the aspect of 5-Minute scheduling and related issues and submit a
report in the 77th CCM.
e) Methodology/Procedure for computing actual drawal/injection of entities in

case of non availability of main/check/standby meter data
WRPC had proposed to have redundancy in commercial metering system which
has far more commercial implications as compared to the meter cost, the
amendment in the Central Electricity Authority (Installation and operation of
meters) Regulations, 2006, could be brought in, by making provision of
installation of check meters on all the interface metering points of regional entities
of the ISTS. Further NPC may take up with Distribution Planning and
Development Division of CEA for making the above provision in the Central
Electricity Authority (Installation and operation of meters) Regulations, 2006.
The issue was deliberated in the 6th and 7th meeting of NPC, wherein it was
observed that the computation methodology being followed by each RLDC is
different.
In the 7th NPC meeting it was proposed that the actual loss on the line or JCT
computed based on the previous week data may be used for loss application.
The usage of this data is scientific as all the parameters of line/equipment are
well taken for arriving loss percentage.

The above proposal was accepted in the 7th NPC.
Discussions in the 76th CCM:
WRLDC representative queried about the date of implementation of the
above philosophy.
S.E(C), WRPC stated that the date of implementation of the above philosophy
can be confirmed after the Minutes of the 7th NPC are issued.
f) Automatic Generation Control (AGC)

in the 7th NPC AGC was discussed and CERC in its order dated 13.10.2015 in
Petition No. 11/SM/2015 reiterated the need for mandating Primary Reserves as
well as Automatic Generation Control (AGC) for enabling Secondary Reserves.
As per the order.-
i) All generating stations that are regional entities must plan to
operationalise AGC along with reliable telemetry and communication by
1st April, 2017. This would entail a one-time expense for the generators
to install requisite software and firmware, which could be compensated
for. Communication infrastructure must be planned by the CTU and
developed in parallel, in a cost-effective manner.
ii) On the other hand, National/Regional/State Load Dispatch Centres
(NLDCIRLDCs/SLDCs) would need technical upgrades as well as
operational procedures to be able to send automated signals to these
generators. NLDC IRLDCs and SLDCs should plan to be ready with
requisite software and procedures by the same date.
iii) The Central Commission advises the State Commissions to issue orders
for intra-state generators in line with this timeline as AGC is essential for
reliable operation of India's large inter-connected grid.
Further NLDC has published Detailed modus operandi on operationalization of

spinning reserves and invited suggestions on AGC project and detailed modus
operandi.

S.E(C), WRPC requested that all regional entities kindly give their
suggestions/feedback to NLDC on the above reports published on NLDC
website.
g) Working arrangement for transfer of surplus power from one constituent to

another constituent in line with the scheduling of URS of ISGS.
SLDC Gujarat vide email dated 17.10.17 informed that the above agenda point
was deliberated in 75TH CCM and it was opined by WRLDC authority to continue
with present regular framework. Under the circumstance, he requested that WRPC
on behalf of all constituents take up this issue (waiver of transmission charges up
to with drawl LTA capacity) with CEA and in turn with CERC for amendment in
the regulation.
The above additional agenda item 24 (g) has already been discussed under
agenda item 7, where in committee recommended WRPC secretariat to
communicate the concerns raised by beneficiaries to NPC/CEA.
Committee Noted as above.
Item no.25: Venue and date of next Commercial Committee meeting of

WRPC:
SE(C) informed that the date & venue of next (77th CCM) shall be intimated separately.
The 76th CCM concluded with the vote of thanks to the chair.
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Annex-1
Participants list for 76th CCM held on 23.10.2017 at WRPC, Mumbai
Sl.No. Name Designation Organisation E-mail Mobile No.

1 Shri A. Balan M.S. WRPC ms-wrpc@nic.in 9483540528
2 Shri J.K. Rathod S.E.(C, O.P & S) WRPC.. comml-wrpc@nic.in 9987910799
3 Shri D.N. Gawali E E (Comml.) WRPC comml-wrpc@nic.in 9930666765
4 Shri P.D. Lone E E (Comml.) WRPC prc-wrpc@nic.in 9867622827
5 Shri Vikas Mundotia A.D. -I WRPC comml-wrpc@nic.in 9011022577
6 Shri E.T. Dhengle S.E. (EA) MSLDC seeamsldc@gmail.com 9930401110
7 Shri Bulbule Arvind U. S.E.(L.M.) MSEDCL selmkalwa@gmail.com 9833383882
8 Shri Ajay S. Nikale A.E. MSEDCL nikale_ajay@yahoo.co.in 9969335453
9 Shri Makrand Chincholkar C.G.M. MPPMCL makrand.chinchokar@mppmcl.com 9425602570
10 Shri Rajiv Kumar Gupta Sr. G.M. MPPMCL rajeev.gupta@mppmcl.com 9425805692
11 Shri B.B. Mehta C.E. SLDC, Guj. bbm@gebmail.com 9879200736
12 Shri S.K. Nair D.E. GUVNL decsp.guvnl@gebmail.com 9925208313
14 Shri S.K. Sharma G.M. NSPCL sksharma@ntpc.co.in 9650990535
15 Shri P.A. Pande A.G.M. NTPC pravin.ntpc@gmail.com 9004497092
16 Smt. Suchitra Maggon A.G.M. NTPC smaggon@ntpc.co.in 9650990428
17 Shri H. Harchandani A.G.M. NTPC hharchandani@ntpc.co.in 9109917825
18 Shri Abhimanyu Gartia G.M. WRLDC agartia@posoco.in 9869088058
19 Smt. S. Usha Asst. G.M. WRLDC susha@posoco.in 9869404458
20 Smt. Sachala Mishra Asst. G.M. WRLDC sachalamishra@posoco.in 9869450223
21 Shri Nishikant M. Kelkar Dy. G.M. POWERGRID nmkelkar@powergridindia.com 9422811673
22 Shri Vivek Pandey C.M. WRLDC vivek.pandey@posoco.in 9869404673
23 Shri Aditya P. Das Mgr. WRLDC adityapdas@posoco.in 9869404569
24 Shri Naresh Kumar Sr. Engr. WRLDC naresh@posoco.in 8433999299
25 Shri Jagadeesh Engr. WRLDC cjaagadeesh@posoco.in 9869469376
26 Shri Hemant Kr. Meena Dy. Mgr. WRLDC hemantmeena@posoco.in 9869455494
27 Shri B.M. Gulati A.G.M. RGPPL brij60@gmail.com 9004497092
28 Shri Sanjay Jadhav D.G.M. DBPL sanjay.jadhav@dbpower.in 9769190360
29 Shri Navin Tinguria G.M. JPVL navin.tinguria@jalindia.co.in 8349788717
30 Shri Ronak Naik Mgr. Torrent Power Sugen ronaknaik@torrentpower.com 9227410210
Annex 1a
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M.P. POWER MANAGEMENT COMPANY LIMITED

CIN U40l09MP2006SGCO1863 7 (A Government of M .P. Undertaking)
Regel. Office: Shakti Bhawnn, Rarnpur, Jabalpur Madhya Pradesh, INDIA, 482008
Tel: 0761-2660909, 2702900, Fax: 0761-2664749, Wcbsitc.www.mppmcl.cmn,
email: ~Ji11J<liJ..~i!l)j<l}'(<.:WJ1J)l1!T,1\;J ~~llll
WITHOUT PREJUDICE
No. CGM (Regulatory)/ 3\ (p Jabalpur, Dt. \")_\ 01- \ 1::(-
To,
Superintending Engineer (Commercial)

Western Regional Power Committee
F-3, MIDC Area, Andheri (East)
Mumbai - 400 093.
Sub: Minutes of 75111 Commercial Committee Meeting.

Ref: Your letter no. 10053 dated 06.07.2017.
****
This has reference to minutes of 75th Commercial Committee Meeting held on
28.06.2017.
The observation of MPPMCL under Item no. 6 has not been recorded correctly,
which may please be corrected as under:-
"MP representative informed that OPTCL has to refund excess wheeling
charges of about t 31 Cr already paid to them during the period January 1998
to March 2009 and refund of wheeling charges of~ 1.36 Cr (April I 998) as well
paid by Kerala to OPTCL in place of MPPMCL. The issue can be resolved if a
meeting is called between different regional beneficiaries and ERPC."
Further, in regard to settlement of wheeling charges between OPTCL and
beneficiaries of Western Region for the period from January 1998 to March 2004,
2004-09 and 2009-14 (up to June 2011), MPPMCL has written several letters to
Member Secretary, WRPC, Mumbai to convene a meeting between Member Secretary,
EREB, OPTCL and beneficiaries of Western Region so that issue of settlement oflong
pending wheeling charges could be resolved. Without involving OPTCL and EREB,
above issue along with WR-SR exchanges could not be resolved, as WR-SR exchanges
also includes issue of OPTCL's wheeling charges. The copy of letter no. 16 dated
05.04.2016 and 202 dated 05.06.2017 are enclosed herewith for kind reference. It is
to intimate that Hon'ble Central Commission, in its order dated 22.02.2014 in petition
no. 25/2011 (2004-09) and order dated 29.05.2015 in petition no. 185/2013 (2009-14),
has directed Member Secretary, ERPC to convene a meeting with beneficiaries and
compute sharing of OPTCL's wheeling charges of beneficiaries. Member Secretary,
ERPC is yet to comply aforesaid orders of CERC.
Chief General Manager(Regulatory),MPPMCL, Block no.Ll, Shakti Bhawan, Rampur, Jabalpur

Tel.0761-2702400 ,0761-2667511, Fax-0761-2667511, e-mail: kaushal.agrawal@mppmcl.com
It is again requested to take necessary action to resolve settlement of OPTCL,s
wheeling charges with the beneficiaries of Western Region.
Chief General Manager (Regulatory)

O \c. MPPMC~, Jabalpur ~
Copy to:
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1. Secretary, Central Electricity Regulatory Commission, yd & 4th Floor,
Chanderlok Building, 36,Jm1path, New Delhi.
2. Member Secretary, Eastern Region Power Committee, 14, Golf Club Road,
Tollygunj, Kolkata - 700 033.
3. ChiefGeneral Manager(RT&C), Odisha Power Transmission Corporation Ltd.,
Janpath, Bhubaneshwar - 751 002.
4. General Manager (Commercial), Gujarat Urja Vikas Nigam Ltd., Sarclar Patel
Vidyut Bhawan, Race Course, Vadoclara - 390 007.
Chief General Manager(Regulatory),MPPMCL, Block no.Ll , Shakti Bhawan, Rampur, Jabalpur

Tel.0761-2702400 ,0761-2667511, Fax-0761-2667511, e-mail: kaushal.agrawal@mppmcl.com
M.P. POWER MANAGEMENT COMPANY LIMITED
CIN U40I09MP2006SGC018637 (A Government ofM.P. Undertaking)
Rcgd. Office: Shakti Bhawan, Rampur, Jabalpur Madhya Pradesh, INDIA, 482008
Tel: 0761-2660909, 2702900, Pax: 0761-2664749, Wchsitc.www.mppmcl.com,
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To,
Member Secretary
Western Regional Power Committee
F-3, MIDC Arca, Andhcri East
Mumbai 400 093.
Sub: Settlement of outstanding amount in respect of transactions of energy between WR

& SR from Oct. 200 I to Dec. 2002.
Ref: i) This office letters no.89 I dated I 0.01.2014 and 532 dated 07. l t.2015.
ii) Minutes of 741h Commercial Committee meeting held on 09.12.2016.
Dear Sir,
The subject matter is quite old and has been discussing in various WRPC's meetings
and WRPC-SRPC's meetings as well since 2012-13 for its settlement, but to no avail. SRPC,
Bangalore, vide its communication dated 12.12.2013, 02.01.2014 & 09.04.2015 (addressed to
WRPC only), has informed the amount receivable by SR constituents from MPPMCL towards
SR-WR exchanges as under:
S. No Constituent Amount in~

1 Andhra Pradesh 1,21,76,270.00
2 Karnataka 13,27,208.00
3 Kera la 1,21,47,260.00
4 Tamil Nadu 1,17,17,268.00
Against the aforesaid claim of SR constituents as intimated by SRPC, MPPMCL, vide

its letter dated 10.01 .2014, has provided the factual position in regard to outstanding amount to
be settled between MPPMCL and constituents of Southern Region during the period October
2001 to December 2002. Moreover, MPPMCL, vide another letter elated 07.11.2015, has
intimated that amount against Karnataka, Kerala and Anclhra Pradesh indicated in SRPC's letter
elated 09.04.2015 is neither reconciled nor agreed by MPPMCL.
In the Commercial Committee Meeting held on 02.12.2016 at WRPC, Mumbai,

MPPMCL has requested participation of Member Secretary, ERPC, Kolkata and OPTCL
(erstwhile GRIDCO), Bhubaneswar so that aforesaid issue could be resolved i,n totality. It is
pertinent to again mention here that Kerala has paid wheeling charges of Z 1.36 Cr (April 1998)
to GRIDCO which COL!ld have been paid to erstwhile MPSEB as per methodology notified by
the CEA, New Delhi towards flow of ER power to Southern Region through OPTCL's
transmission system. Your kind attention is invited to the minutes of 1071h Meeting of WREB,
Chief General Manager(Regulatory),MPPMCL, Block no.11, Shakti Bhawan, Rarnpur, Jabalpur

Tel.0761-2702400 ,0761-2667511, Fax-0761-2667511, e-mail: kausha!.agrawal@mppmcl.com
wherein Member (G&O), CEA, informed that payment of wheeling charges payable by Kerala
had been sorted out by CEA and whatever the money had been deducted by GRlDCO towards
wheeling of Kerala power from MPSEB's LCs, would lie reimbursed by Kcrala. Therefore,
MPPMCL in no way responsible to lake the money back from OPTCL, as being stated byKerala.
The bill of wheeling charges of< 1.36 Cr (April 1998) was raised to Kerala and Kerala has to
settle the same with MPPMCL.
In view of above, I again request you to arrange and convene a meeting after ensuring
participation of Member Secretary, EREB and OPTCL so that issue could be resolved in totality.
In the meantime, MPPMCL is verifying the records pertaining to reimbursement of UI charges
paid by PTC towards power supplied to SR beneficiary in the month of Aug. 2002 by erstwhile
MPSEB. (3~~
(IC K. AGRAWAL)
O \ C. MPPMCL, J abalpur
Copy to:
Member Secretary, Southern Region Power Committee, 29, Race Course Cross Road,
Bangalore 560 009.
NOO: I. Member Secretary, Eastern Regional Power Committee, l 4, Golf Club Road,
Tollygunje, Kolkata - 700 033
2. Chief General Manager {RT&C), Odisha Power Transmission Corpn Ltd, Janpath,
Bhubaneswar - 751 022
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Chief General Manager{Regulatory),MPPMCL, Block no.11, Shakti Bhawan, Rampur, Jabalpur
Tel.0761-2702400 ,0761-2667511, Fax-0761-2667511, e-mail: kaushal.agrawal@mpprncl..com
Annex 1b
Subject: MSEDCL's comments on MoM of 75th CCM meeting held on 28.06.2017 at Date: 03/10/17 02:46 PM
WRPC From: CEPP <ceppmsedcl@gmail.com>
To: MS WRPC <ms-wrpc@nic.in>,
"comml-wrpc@nic.in" <comml-wrpc@nic.in>,
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MSEDCL's comments on MoM of 75 th CCM meeting .doc... (349kB)
Dear Sir,
Please find attached herewith MSEDCL's comments on MoM of 75th CCM meeting held on 28.06.2017 at WRPC. MSEDCL's say on
agenda item nos. 1,2,3,4,8,11 & 27 has been shown as bold and underlined.
It is requested to incorporate the same and forward the revised MoM of 75th MoM of CCM.
Thanks and Regards

Chief Engineer (PP)
MSEDCL
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Annex 2
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M.P.POWER MANAGEMENT COMPANY LIMITED
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Regd. Office: Shakti Bhawan, Rampur, Jabalpur Madhya Pradesh, INDIA, 482008
Tel: 0761-2660909. 27?2900, Fax: 0761-2664749, Wcbsitc.www.mppmcl.com, email: md@mppmcl.com
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BY SPEED POST
No. CGM (Regulatoryj/ \ C, Jabalpur/Dated: oS Id Lt ) 'G
To,
The General Manager

Western Regional Load Despatch Centre
F-3, M.I.D.C. Area, Marol,
Andheri (East), Mumbai-400093
Sub: Wheeling/transmission charges payable to Odisha Power Transmission

Corporation Ltd. (OPTCL).
The Hou'ble CERC has issued its orders dated 22.2.2014 and 29.5.2015
( ., in petition nos. 25/2011 & 185/2013, respectively whereby wheeling charges in
respect of transmission system of OPTCL comprising 220 KV DIC Rourkela-
Tarkera-Budhipadar-Korba lines and associated sub stations and bays have been
determined. It has been directed to the Member Secretary, ERPC to allocate
wheeling charges, as determined in the aforesaid orders, to the beneficiaries of
Western Region in the ratio of duration and quantum of power wheeled to the
constituents of the Western Region. In regard to adjustment of STOA, it has
been directed that same can be adjusted later while allocating the wheeling
charges to the beneficiaries of Western Region by ERPC.
During the hearing in the aforesaid petitions, MPPMCL has submitted that
Mis GRIDCO has supplied following quantum of short term power to the
beneficiaries of Western Region and Northern Region through two inter regional
links between WR and ER, i.e., 400 KV Raipur-Rourkela (Bisra) transmission
( system of PGCIL and 220 KV Budhipadar-Korba circuit I, II & III:
Financial year Short term power supplied (1'v1Us)

2004-05 2492.559
2005-06 1077.691
2006-07 1000.439
2007-08 430.126
2008-09 16.201
TOTAL 5017.016
It is observed that 400 kV Raipur-Rourkela (Bisra) transmission system

of PGCIL was utilized for LTOA, and capacity available for STOA to GRIDCO
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ought to be through 220 kV D/C Rourkela-Tarkera-Budhipadar-Korba lines and
220 kV Budhipadar-Korba circuit due to their under-utilization.
A meeting was held between MPPMCL and OPTCL at Bhubanswar on

17th/18th March 2016 to resolve the issues involved in the settlement of wheeling
charges. During the meeting, OPTCL has provided ERPC's letter dated
21.8.2015 relating to apportionment of wheeling charges between beneficiaries
of Western Region for the period 2004-2009 and 2009 - upto June 2011. ERPC
has submitted aforesaid letter for the perusal of Hon 'ble CERC. During the
meeting, it was informed by MPPMCL that despite repeated request, ERPC
neither called a meeting between OPTCL and beneficiaries of Western Region
to decide the apportionment of wheeling charges nor provided any computation
of the same to MPPMCL. It was pointed out that ERPC, while apportioning the
wheeling charges, has not accounted for the short term/bi-lateral energy and
associated amount, which had taken place between GRIDCO and beneficiaries
of other regions (\VR and NR) during the period 2004 to June 2011.
In view of foregoing, it is requested to provide the year-wise, inter
regional link-wise (two inter regional links between ER and WR) exact figures
of short term energy supplied by GRIDCO to WR and NR via WR system, so
that matter can be taken up with ERPC through the Member Secretary, WRPC
for correct apportionment of wheeling charges to the beneficiaries of Western
Region during the period 2004-June 2011.
Copy to:
1. Secretary, Central Electricity Regulatory Commission, 4th Floor,
Chanderlok Building, 36, Janpath, New Delhi-110001.
2. The Member Secretary, Western Region Power Committee, F-3,
MIDC Area, Marol, Andheri (East), Mumbai - 400093. - It is
requested to co-ordinate and take up the matter for correct
apportionment of wheeling charges between beneficiaries ofWestern
Region.
3. Chief Engineer (Commercial), Maharashtra State Electricity
Distribution Company Ltd. 5111 Floor, Prakashgad, Plot No.G-9,
Bandra (East) Mumbai. ~· LjCCI C1 s-1
4. General Manager (Commercial), Gujarat Urja Vikas Nigarn Ltd.
Sardar Patel Vidyut Bhawan, Race Course Road, Vadodara 390007.
(For 3&4) - It is requested to take up the matter with WRLDC and
WRPC and thereafter with ERPC for settlement of wheeling charges.
Annex 3
Annex 5
Minutes of Special TCC Meeting of WRPC
held on 28.09.2017 at WRPC, Mumbai
A Special TCC meeting of WRPC was held on 28.09.2017 at WRPC,

Mumbai to discuss a single point agenda for revised plan for Installation of
FGD in generating units to comply with new MOEF norms of SOX emissions.
The list of the participants is enclosed at Annexure- I.
Member Secretary, WRPC welcomed Chairman, TCC, and Chief Engineer,

CEA and other participants of the Special TCC meeting called at a very short
notice to discuss the agenda for revising the plan of Installation of FGD in
generating units to comply with new MOEF norms of SOX emissions.
Dr. L. D. Papney, Chief Engineer, CEA informed briefly about the meeting
between Secretary (MoP), Secretary (MoEF) and others held on 01/09/2017.
He informed about the decisions/ directives given in the meeting. The
decisions taken during the aforesaid meeting are as follows:
 The action plan submitted by MoP (Ministry of Power) for seven years i.e.
up to 2024 should commence from 2018 and implemented before 2022
with respect to all pollutants. The revised action plan shall be submitted
within 45 days. The action should also indicate timeline for installation
of FGDs.
 The aforesaid revised plan should take into account the possible
environmental and health impact considering location of TPPs and
distance from habitation for the purpose of prioritization of installation
of necessary equipment.
 As suggested by MoP, the applicability of emission limit of 300 mg/Nm3

for NOx shall be reviewed by a sub-group chaired by Chairman, CPCB
and comprising representatives from CPCB, MoP/CEA, NTPC and MoEF
& CC. The group shall also suggest way out for disposal of Gypsum and
Calcium sulphate also.
Thereafter Member Secretary, WRPC took up the agenda items.

Item no. 1: Thermal Power plants without FGD where emission of SOx and
SPM is within the limit prescribed as per new revised norms.
Preparation and finalization of list of Thermal Power Plants without FGD where
the emission of SOx and SPM is within the limit prescribed in new revised norms
given at Annexure- II. In all such cases, the compliance certificate from State
Pollution Control Board is required to be submitted.
Discussion: Member Secretary, WRPC informed that following 3 Generators have

submitted compliance report from State pollution control boards.
1. NSPCL Bhilai (2x250 MW JV of NTPC and SAIL)

2. TRN Energy (2x300 MW IPP)
3. Jaypee Bina (2x270 MW IPP)
There was discussion on the compliance report issued by State pollution control
boards to some of the generating units which are not having FGD installed. Chief
Engineer, CEA raised the concern about the consistency in emission parameters
in future considering level of sulphur content in Indian coal. Representative from
NTPC told that it was not possible to consistently comply under present Indian
Coal quality and they have decided to install FGD at their 2x250 MW NSPCL TPP,
Bhilai, tendering work for the same has been done and FGD will be commissioned
by December 2022. Chairman, TCC/ CEA suggested the generators, who have
submitted compliance certificates, to submit detailed calculation procedure (by
10th October 2017) to establish that SO2 level in the flue gas is within the norms
considering coal consumption & level of sulphur in coal.
The Special TCC participants noted as above.
Item no. 2: Thermal Power plants where emission of SOx and SPM is not
within the limit prescribed as per new revised norms but the
same can be reduced to the limit by installing FGD
In this category of Thermal Power Plants, the emission level is not within the limit
but space for FGD installation is available and therefore after the usage of FGD,
the emission can be brought within the limit given in new norms. Under this item,
list of Thermal Power Plants along with the time line for FGD installation is to be
finalized.
Discussion:
The list of generating units where FGD has to be installed, was discussed in detail.
The updated list of generating units which have been finalised for FGD installation
in consultation with generators in TCC forum is enclosed at Annexure–III.
Item no. 3: Phasing out Plan for Thermal units where FGD can not be
installed.
Under this item, list of those Thermal units are required to be prepared wherein
emission level is more than the limit of new norms and also there is a space
constraints for FGD installation. Under this item, list of Thermal Power Plants
along with the time line for phasing out is to be finalized.
Discussion:
There are no thermal generating units under this category in Western Region.
Representative from Mahagenco informed that Bhusawal Unit#2 (210 MW) has
been retired since 1.04.2017.
Item no. 4: Record of Discussions held on 21.9.2017 by Principal Chief Engineer,

CEA with some of generators in WR on revised schedule for FGD related matters.
(Copy enclosed at Annexure-II).
The meeting ended with thanks to the Chairman.
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ANNEXURE - II
Whether
Whether Whether Year of Revised
Whether ESP Whether
DT-of Whether Present Revised Present ESP FGD Completio Phasing Plan Phasing Plan Revised
Total Age in Whether Whether ESP upgrade FGD Phase out
Sr. No. Developer Name of Project Sector State Unit No COMMISSIONI FGD SPM SPM SPM upgrade space n/Ongoing for for Phase out Comments of GM Division
Capacity years CT (Y/N) CFBC retrofit space planned plan
NG Installed Norms Norms Level planned available of LE Implementation Implementati plan
required Available (Y/N)
(Y/N) (Y/N) Works on
(Y/N)
1 ACB (INDIA)LTD CHAKABURA TPP Private SectorChhatisgarh 2 30 28/03/2014 3 N Y 50 50 45 N N N/A N/A CFBC BOILER
2 ACB (INDIA)LTD KASAIPALLI TPP Private SectorChhatisgarh 1 135 13/12/2011 6 Y N Y 50 50 49 N N N N/A N/A CFBC BOILER
3 ACB (INDIA)LTD KASAIPALLI TPP Private SectorChhatisgarh 2 135 21/06/2012 5 Y N Y 50 50 49 N N N N/A N/A CFBC BOILER
4 ACB (INDIA)LTD SWASTIK KORBA TPP Private SectorChhatisgarh 1 25 31/03/2015 2 N Y NA 50 NA Y N/A N/A ESP UPGRADATION/ CFBC BOILER
Bharat Aluminium Co.
5 Ltd. BALCO TPS Private SectorChhatisgarh 1 300 04/06/2015 2 N N NA 50 NA Y Y Y 30/09/2021 FGD POSSIBLE
Bharat Aluminium Co.
6 Ltd. BALCO TPS Private SectorChhatisgarh 2 300 24/03/2016 1 N N NA 50 NA Y Y Y 30/06/2021 FGD POSSIBLE
7 CSEB MARWA TPS State Sector Chhatisgarh 1 500 30/03/2014 3 N N 50 50 NA N N/A N Y Y 30/06/2021 FGD POSSIBLE
8 CSEB MARWA TPS State Sector Chhatisgarh 2 500 15/07/2016 1 N N 50 50 41 N N/A N Y Y 31/03/2021 FGD POSSIBLE
9 CSPGCL DSPM TPS State Sector Chhatisgarh 1 250 30/03/2007 10 Y N N 50 50 40 N Y Y 30/06/2021 FGD POSSIBLE
10 CSPGCL DSPM TPS State Sector Chhatisgarh 2 250 11/12/2007 10 Y N N 50 50 46 N Y Y 30/09/2021 FGD POSSIBLE
11 CSPGCL KORBA-II State Sector Chhatisgarh 1 50 01/09/1966 51 N N 150 100 277 Y N N N NA 31/03/2022 IDENTIFIED FOR RETIREMENT
12 CSPGCL KORBA-II State Sector Chhatisgarh 2 50 01/05/1967 50 N N 150 100 277 Y N N N IDENTIFIED FOR RETIREMENT
13 CSPGCL KORBA-II State Sector Chhatisgarh 3 50 01/03/1968 49 N N 150 100 277 Y N N N IDENTIFIED FOR RETIREMENT
14 CSPGCL KORBA-II State Sector Chhatisgarh 4 50 01/10/1968 49 N N 150 100 277 Y N N N NA IDENTIFIED FOR RETIREMENT
15 CSPGCL KORBA-III State Sector Chhatisgarh 1 120 22/03/1976 41 N N 150 100 286 Y Y N N NA 31/12/2018 TO BE PHASED OUT
16 CSPGCL KORBA-III State Sector Chhatisgarh 2 120 05/04/1981 36 N N 150 100 286 Y Y N N NA 31/03/2019 TO BE PHASED OUT
17 CSPGCL KORBA-WEST Ext. TPS State Sector Chhatisgarh 5 500 22/03/2013 4 N N 50 50 48 N N N Y Y 30/09/2021 FGD POSSIBLE
18 CSPGCL KORBA-WEST TPS State Sector Chhatisgarh 1 210 21/06/1983 34 N N N 150 100 144 Y Y Y N N 31/01/2020 TO BE PHASED OUT
22 DB Power BARADARHA TPS Private SectorChhatisgarh 1 600 23/02/2014 3 N N 50 50 42 N Y Y 30/06/2021 FGD POSSIBLE
23 DB Power BARADARHA TPS Private SectorChhatisgarh 2 600 24/03/2015 2 N N 50 50 40 N Y Y 30/09/2020 FGD POSSIBLE
24 GMR RAIKHEDA TPP Private SectorChhatisgarh 1 685 24/02/2015 2 N N 50 50 NA N Y Y 30/06/2020 FGD POSSIBLE
25 GMR RAIKHEDA TPP Private SectorChhatisgarh 2 685 28/03/2016 1 N N 50 50 NA N Y Y 30/09/2020 FGD POSSIBLE
KORBA-WEST TPS
26 Pvt Ltd AVANTHA BHANDAR Private SectorChhatisgarh 1 600 31/03/2014 3 N N 50 50 34 N N N Y Y 31/03/2022 FGD POSSIBLE
KSK Mahanadi Power
27 Co Ltd AKALTARA TPS Private SectorChhatisgarh 1 600 13/08/2013 4 Y N N 50 50 31 N Y Y 30/06/2022 FGD POSSIBLE
KSK Mahanadi Power
28 Co Ltd AKALTARA TPS Private SectorChhatisgarh 2 600 22/08/2014 3 Y N N 50 50 30 N Y Y 31/03/2022 FGD POSSIBLE
M/s Lanko
29 Amarkantak Ltd, PATHADI TPP Private SectorChhatisgarh 1 300 04/06/2009 8 N N 50 50 47 N Y Y 31/03/2021 FGD POSSIBLE
M/s Lanko
30 Amarkantak Ltd, PATHADI TPP Private SectorChhatisgarh 2 300 25/03/2010 7 N N 50 50 48 N Y Y 31/03/2021 FGD POSSIBLE
31 M/s O.P.Jindal OP JINDAL TPS Private SectorChhatisgarh 1 250 02/09/2007 10 Y N N 50 50 41 N M N Y Y 31/03/2022 FGD POSSIBLE
35 M/s O.P.Jindal TAMNAR TPP Private SectorChhatisgarh 1 600 10/03/2014 3 Y N N 50 50 38 N M N Y Y 31/03/2021 FGD POSSIBLE
38 M/s O.P.Jindal TAMNAR TPP Private SectorChhatisgarh 4 600 28/03/2015 2 Y N N 50 50 NA N M N Y Y 30/06/2022 FGD POSSIBLE
39 Maruti Power Limited BANDAKHAR TPP Private SectorChhatisgarh 1 300 31/07/2015 2 N N 50 50 47 N Y N Y Y 31/03/2020 FGD POSSIBLE
40 NTPC KORBA STPS Central SectorChhatisgarh 1 200 28/02/1983 34 Y N N 150 100 130 Y N N N Y 31/12/2022 FGD POSSIBLE
42 NTPC KORBA STPS Central SectorChhatisgarh 3 200 17/03/1984 33 Y N N 150 100 95 N N N N Y 31/12/2022 FGD POSSIBLE
45 NTPC KORBA STPS Central SectorChhatisgarh 6 500 26/02/1989 28 Y N N 150 100 65 N N N N Y 31/12/2022 FGD POSSIBLE
46 NTPC KORBA STPS Central SectorChhatisgarh 7 500 25/11/2010 7 Y N N 50 50 56 N N Y Y 31/12/2022 FGD POSSIBLE
47 NTPC SIPAT STPS Central SectorChhatisgarh 4 500 20/06/2008 10 Y N N 50 50 45 N N N Y Y 31/12/2021 FGD POSSIBLE
52 NTPC & Sail BHILAI TPS Central SectorChhatisgarh 1 250 20/04/2008 9 Y N N 50 50 NA N Y N Y 31/12/2022 FGD POSSIBLE
53 NTPC & Sail BHILAI TPS Central SectorChhatisgarh 2 250 12/07/2009 8 Y N N 50 50 NA N Y N Y 31/12/2022 FGD POSSIBLE
RKM Powergen
54 Private Ltd. UCHPINDA TPP Private SectorChhatisgarh 1 360 28/10/2015 2 N N 50 50 43 N Y N Y Y 31/03/2022 FGD POSSIBLE
RKM Powergen
55 Private Ltd. UCHPINDA TPP Private SectorChhatisgarh 3 360 28/01/2016 1 N N 50 50 43 N Y N Y Y 31/12/2021 FGD POSSIBLE
56 S V Power Ltd SVPL TPP Private SectorChhatisgarh 1 63 07/12/2011 6 N Y 50 50 36 N N/A N/A CFBC BOILER
57 SKS Power Gen. (CG Ltd.)
Binjkote TPP Private SectorChhatisgarh 1 300 25/04/2017 0 30/09/2020 FGD POSSIBLE
Spectrem Coal &
58 Power Ltd RATIJA TPS Private SectorChhatisgarh 1 50 04/02/2013 4 N Y 50 50 33 N N/A N/A CFBC BOILER
Spectrem Coal &
59 Power Ltd RATIJA TPS Private SectorChhatisgarh 2 50 10/11/2016 1 N Y 50 50 N N/A N/A CFBC BOILER
TRN Energy Private
60 Ltd. NAWAPARA TPP Private SectorChhatisgarh 1 300 14/08/2016 1 N N 50 50 NA N N N NORMS COMPLIANT
TRN Energy Private
61 Ltd. NAWAPARA TPP Private SectorChhatisgarh 2 300 18/04/2017 0 30/09/2020 FGD POSSIBLE
62 Vandana Vidyut KATGHORA TPP Private SectorChhatisgarh 1 35 14/02/2012 5 N Y NA 50 NA Y N/A N/A ESP UPGRADATION/ CFBC BOILER
63 Adani Power Ltd. MUNDRA TPS Private SectorGujarat 1 330 04/08/2009 8 Y N N 50 50 42 N Y Y Y Y 31/12/2022 FGD POSSIBLE
64 Adani Power Ltd. MUNDRA TPS Private SectorGujarat 2 330 17/03/2010 7 Y N N 50 50 39 N Y Y Y Y 31/12/2022 FGD POSSIBLE
65 Adani Power Ltd. MUNDRA TPS Private SectorGujarat 3 330 02/08/2010 7 Y N N 50 50 33 N N Y Y 30/09/2022 FGD POSSIBLE
66 Adani Power Ltd. MUNDRA TPS Private SectorGujarat 4 330 20/12/2010 7 Y N N 50 50 32 N NR N Y Y 30/09/2022 FGD POSSIBLE
69 Adani Power Ltd. MUNDRA TPS Private SectorGujarat 7 660 07/11/2011 6 Y Y N 50 50 24 N NR N N/A N/A FGD INSTALLED
Bhavnagar Energy
72 Company Ltd Bhavnagar Lignite TPP State Sector Gujarat 1 250 16/05/2016 1 N Y 50 50 NA N N/A N/A CFBC BOILER
Bhavnagar Energy
73 Company Ltd Bhavnagar Lignite TPP State Sector Gujarat 2 250 27/03/2017 0 N Y CFBC BOILER
74 Essar Gujarat SALAYA TPP Private SectorGujarat 1 600 04/01/2012 5 Y N N 50 50 49 N N N Y Y 30/06/2021 FGD POSSIBLE
75 Essar Gujarat SALAYA TPP Private SectorGujarat 2 600 15/06/2012 5 Y N N 50 50 48 N N N Y Y 31/03/2021 FGD POSSIBLE
76 GIPCL SURAT LIG. TPS Private SectorGujarat 1 125 16/01/2000 17 Y N Y 150 100 80 N N/A N/A ESP UPGRADATION/ CFBC BOILER
77 GIPCL SURAT LIG. TPS Private SectorGujarat 2 125 06/11/1999 18 Y N Y 150 100 86 N N/A N/A ESP UPGRADATION/ CFBC BOILER
78 GIPCL SURAT LIG. TPS Private SectorGujarat 3 125 12/04/2010 7 Y N Y 150 50 73 Y N/A N/A 30/09/2020 ESP UPGRADATION/ CFBC BOILER
79 GIPCL SURAT LIG. TPS Private SectorGujarat 4 125 23/04/2010 7 Y N Y 150 50 70 Y N/A N/A 31/12/2020 ESP UPGRADATION/ CFBC BOILER
80 GMD Corpn. AKRIMOTA LIG TPS State Sector Gujarat 1 125 31/03/2005 12 Y N Y 100 50 80 Y N N N/A N/A 30/09/2020 ESP UPGRADATION/ CFBC BOILER
81 GMD Corpn. AKRIMOTA LIG TPS State Sector Gujarat 2 125 19/12/2005 12 Y N Y 100 50 80 Y N N N/A N/A 31/12/2020 ESP UPGRADATION/ CFBC BOILER
82 GSECL GANDHI NAGAR TPS State Sector Gujarat 1 120 13/03/1977 40 N N 150 100 114 Y N IDENTIFIED FOR RETIREMENT
83 GSECL GANDHI NAGAR TPS State Sector Gujarat 2 120 10/04/1977 40 N N 150 100 102 Y N IDENTIFIED FOR RETIREMENT
84 GSECL GANDHI NAGAR TPS State Sector Gujarat 3 210 20/03/1990 27 N N 150 100 77 N N N Y Y 31/12/2021 PARTIAL FGD
87 GSECL KUTCH LIG. TPS State Sector Gujarat 1 70 29/03/1990 27 Y N N 150 100 138 Y N N Y Y 31/12/2021 PARTIAL FGD
90 GSECL KUTCH LIG. TPS State Sector Gujarat 4 75 01/10/2009 8 Y N Y 150 50 92 Y N N N/A N/A 31/12/2020 ESP UPGRADATION/ CFBC BOILER
91 GSECL SIKKA REP. TPS State Sector Gujarat 1 120 26/03/1988 29 N N 150 100 102 Y N RETIRED
92 GSECL SIKKA REP. TPS State Sector Gujarat 2 120 31/03/1993 24 N N N 150 100 55 N N N 30/06/2017 RETIRED
93 GSECL SIKKA REP. TPS State Sector Gujarat 3 250 29/03/2015 2 Y N N 50 50 26 N N N Y Y 31/01/2022 FGD POSSIBLE
94 GSECL SIKKA REP. TPS State Sector Gujarat 4 250 25/09/2015 2 Y N N 50 50 43 N N N Y Y 31/01/2022 FGD POSSIBLE
95 GSECL UKAI TPS State Sector Gujarat 1 120 28/03/1976 41 N N 150 100 128 Y N 2008 RETIRED
96 GSECL UKAI TPS State Sector Gujarat 2 120 23/06/1976 41 N N 150 100 90 N N 2010 RETIRED
97 GSECL UKAI TPS State Sector Gujarat 3 200 21/01/1979 38 N N N 150 100 115 Y Y Y Y Y 31/12/2021 PARTIAL FGD
100 GSECL UKAI TPS State Sector Gujarat 6 500 05/03/2013 4 Y N N 50 50 65 Y N N Y Y 31/03/2022 FGD POSSIBLE
101 GSECL WANAKBORI TPS State Sector Gujarat 1 210 23/03/1982 35 Y N N 100 100 190 Y Y Y Y Y 31/12/2021 PARTIAL FGD
107 GSECL WANAKBORI TPS State Sector Gujarat 7 210 31/12/1998 18 Y N N 100 100 123 Y N N Y Y 31/12/2021 PARTIAL FGD
108 Tata Power (CGPL) MUNDRA UMTPP Private SectorGujarat 1 800 07/03/2012 5 N N 50 50 41 N N N Y Y 30/06/2020 FGD POSSIBLE
Torrent Power
113 Generation Ltd,. SABARMATI Private SectorGujarat 1 120 12/10/1978 39 N N 100 100 57 N N Y Y 31/12/2022 PARTIAL FGD
Torrent Power
Torrent Power
Torrent Power
116 Generation Ltd,. SABARMATI Private SectorGujarat 15 30 25/02/1962 55 N N 100 100 67 N N N N 31/12/2017 TO BE PHASED OUT
Torrent Power
117 Generation Ltd,. SABARMATI Private SectorGujarat 16 30 19/05/1963 54 N N 100 100 67 N N N N 31/12/2017 TO BE PHASED OUT
118 BLA Pvt Limited NIWARI TPP Private SectorMadhya Pradesh 1 45 10/12/2013 4 N N 50 50 50 N N N NORMS COMPLIANT
119 BPSCL BINA TPS Private SectorMadhya Pradesh 1 250 12/08/2012 5 N N 50 50 48 N N N N NORMS COMPLIANT
120 BPSCL BINA TPS Private SectorMadhya Pradesh 2 250 31/03/2013 4 N N 50 50 49 N N N N NORMS COMPLIANT
121 ESSAR power MAHAN TPP Private SectorMadhya Pradesh 1 600 24/02/2013 4 N N 50 50 NA N Y Y 31/12/2020 FGD POSSIBLE
Jaipraksh Power
122 Venture Ltd NIGRI TPP Private SectorMadhya Pradesh 1 660 29/08/2014 3 N N 50 50 35 N N Y Y 30/06/2020 FGD POSSIBLE
Jaipraksh Power
123 Venture Ltd NIGRI TPP Private SectorMadhya Pradesh 2 660 27/02/2015 2 N N 50 50 40 N N Y Y 30/09/2020 FGD POSSIBLE
124 Jhabua Power Ltd. SEIONI TPP Private SectorMadhya Pradesh 1 600 22/03/2016 1 N N 50 50 NA N Y Y 31/03/2020 FGD POSSIBLE
125 MB Power ANUPPUR TPP Private SectorMadhya Pradesh 1 600 20/04/2015 2 N N 50 50 NA N Y Y 31/03/2022 FGD POSSIBLE
126 MB Power ANUPPUR TPP Private SectorMadhya Pradesh 2 600 30/03/2016 1 N N 50 50 NA N Y Y 30/06/2022 FGD POSSIBLE
127 MPPGCL AMARKANTAK EXT TPS State Sector Madhya Pradesh 5 210 15/06/2008 9 Y N N 50 50 90 Y N N Y Y 31/03/2021 PARTIAL FGD
128 MPPGCL SANJAY GANDHI TPS State Sector Madhya Pradesh 1 210 26/03/1993 24 N N N 150 100 159 Y Y Y 31/03/2021 PARTIAL FGD
129 MPPGCL SANJAY GANDHI TPS State Sector Madhya Pradesh 2 210 27/03/1993 24 N N N 150 100 146 Y Y Y 31/03/2021 PARTIAL FGD
130 MPPGCL SANJAY GANDHI TPS State Sector Madhya Pradesh 3 210 28/02/1999 18 N N N 150 100 270 Y Y Y 30/06/2021 FGD POSSIBLE
131 MPPGCL SANJAY GANDHI TPS State Sector Madhya Pradesh 4 210 23/11/1999 18 N N N 150 100 138 Y Y Y 30/06/2021 FGD POSSIBLE
132 MPPGCL SANJAY GANDHI TPS State Sector Madhya Pradesh 5 500 18/06/2007 10 N N N 50 50 116 Y N N Y Y 31/03/2021 FGD POSSIBLE
133 MPPGCL SATPURA TPS State Sector Madhya Pradesh 6 200 27/06/1979 38 N N 50 100 140 Y N IDENTIFIED FOR RETIREMENT
137 MPPGCL SATPURA TPS State Sector Madhya Pradesh 10 250 22/03/2013 4 Y N N 50 50 92 Y N N Y Y 31/03/2021 FGD POSSIBLE
138 MPPGCL SATPURA TPS State Sector Madhya Pradesh 11 250 25/12/2013 3 Y N N 50 50 89 Y N N Y Y 31/03/2021 FGD POSSIBLE
139 MPPGCL SHRI SINGHAJI TPP State Sector Madhya Pradesh 1 600 18/11/2013 4 Y N N 50 50 45 N N N Y Y 31/03/2021 FGD POSSIBLE
140 MPPGCL SHRI SINGHAJI TPP State Sector Madhya Pradesh 2 600 15/10/2014 3 Y N N 50 50 45 N N N Y Y 31/03/2021 FGD POSSIBLE
141 NTPC VINDHYACHAL STPS Central SectorMadhya Pradesh 1 210 10/10/1987 30 Y N N 150 100 138 Y N N N Y 31/12/2022 FGD POSSIBLE
147 NTPC VINDHYACHAL STPS Central SectorMadhya Pradesh 7 500 03/03/1999 18 Y N N 100 100 88 N N N N Y 30/06/2021 FGD POSSIBLE
148 NTPC VINDHYACHAL STPS Central SectorMadhya Pradesh 8 500 26/02/2000 17 Y N N 100 100 92 N N N N Y 30/06/2021 FGD POSSIBLE
149 NTPC VINDHYACHAL STPS Central SectorMadhya Pradesh 9 500 27/07/2006 10.92 Y N N 100 50 90 Y N N Y Y 30/09/2021 FGD POSSIBLE
150 NTPC VINDHYACHAL STPS Central SectorMadhya Pradesh 10 500 08/03/2007 10.30 Y N N 100 50 88 Y N N Y Y 30/09/2021 FGD POSSIBLE
151 NTPC VINDHYACHAL STPS Central SectorMadhya Pradesh 11 500 14/06/2012 5.03 Y N N 50 50 47 N N N Y Y 31/12/2021 FGD POSSIBLE
152 NTPC VINDHYACHAL STPS Central SectorMadhya Pradesh 12 500 22/03/2013 4.26 Y N N 50 50 48 N N N Y Y 31/12/2021 FGD POSSIBLE
153 NTPC VINDHYACHAL STPS Central SectorMadhya Pradesh 13 500 06/08/2015 1.88 Y Y N 50 50 49 N N N N/A N/A FGD INSTALLED
154 Reliance Power Ltd SASAN UMTPP Private SectorMadhya Pradesh 1 660 30/05/2013 4 N N 50 50 21 N Y Y 30/09/2021 FGD POSSIBLE
158 Reliance Power Ltd SASAN UMTPP Private SectorMadhya Pradesh 5 660 24/08/2014 3 N N 50 50 NA N Y Y 31/12/2021 FGD POSSIBLE
159 Reliance Power Ltd SASAN UMTPP Private SectorMadhya Pradesh 6 660 19/03/2015 2 N N 50 50 NA N Y Y 30/09/2021 FGD POSSIBLE
Abhijeetb MADC
160 Nagpur Enery P L MIHAN TPS Private SectorMaharashtra 1 246 09/02/2012 5 N Y 50 50 NA N Y N/A N/A CFBC BOILER
Adani Power
161 Maharashtra Ltd TIRORA TPS Private SectorMaharashtra 1 660 11/09/2012 5 Y N N 50 50 33 N NR N Y Y 31/03/2022 FGD POSSIBLE
Adani Power
Adani Power
Adani Power
Adani Power
166 BSES Pvt. DAHANU TPS Private SectorMaharashtra 1 250 06/01/1995 22 N Y N 150 100 49 N N N/A N/A FGD INSTALLED
167 BSES Pvt. DAHANU TPS Private SectorMaharashtra 2 250 29/03/1995 22 N Y N 150 100 48 N N N/A N/A FGD INSTALLED
168 Dhariwal Infrastructure DHARIWAL TPP Private SectorMaharashtra 1 300 03/11/2013 4 Y N N 50 50 23 N N Y Y 31/03/2022 FGD POSSIBLE
169 Dhariwal Infrastructure DHARIWAL TPP Private SectorMaharashtra 2 300 28/05/2014 3 Y N N 50 50 40 N N Y Y 31/03/2022 FGD POSSIBLE
GMR emco ENERGY
170 ltd EMCO WARORA TPS Private SectorMaharashtra 1 300 07/02/2013 4 Y N N 50 50 38 N Y N Y Y 31/03/2022 FGD POSSIBLE
GMR emco ENERGY
171 ltd EMCO WARORA TPS Private SectorMaharashtra 2 300 27/08/2013 4 Y N N 50 50 40 N Y N Y Y 31/03/2022 FGD POSSIBLE
172 Gupta Energy P L GEPL TPP Ph-I Private SectorMaharashtra 1 60 28/04/2012 5 N N 100 50 50 Y N N N N 31/03/2018 TO BE PHASED OUT
173 Gupta Energy P L GEPL TPP Ph-I Private SectorMaharashtra 2 60 08/09/2012 5 N N 100 50 50 Y N N N N 31/03/2018 TO BE PHASED OUT
Ideal Energy Projects
174 Ltd. BELA TPS Private SectorMaharashtra 1 270 20/03/2013 4 Y N N 100 50 NA Y Y N Y N NORMS COMPLIANT
JSW
175 Energy(Ratnagiri) JSW RATNAGIRI TPP Private SectorMaharashtra 1 300 24/08/2010 7 Y Y N 50 50 40 N N/A N/A FGD INSTALLED
JSW
JSW
JSW
179 MAHAGENCO BHUSAWAL TPS State Sector Maharashtra 2 210 30/08/1979 38 Y N N 100 100 149 Y N N Y Y 31/03/2021 01/04/2017 RETIRED
180 MAHAGENCO BHUSAWAL TPS State Sector Maharashtra 3 210 18/09/1982 35 Y N N 100 100 96 N N N Y Y 31/03/2021 PARTIAL FGD
181 MAHAGENCO BHUSAWAL TPS State Sector Maharashtra 4 500 07/03/2012 5 Y N N 100 50 61 Y N/A N Y Y 31/03/2021 PARTIAL FGD
182 MAHAGENCO BHUSAWAL TPS State Sector Maharashtra 5 500 30/03/2012 5 Y N N 100 50 54 Y N/A N Y Y 31/03/2021 PARTIAL FGD
183 MAHAGENCO CHANDRAPUR STPS State Sector Maharashtra 1 210 15/08/1983 34 N N 100 100 NA N N N N N IDENTIFIED FOR RETIREMENT
184 MAHAGENCO CHANDRAPUR STPS State Sector Maharashtra 2 210 11/07/1984 33 N N 100 100 618 Y N N N N IDENTIFIED FOR RETIREMENT
185 MAHAGENCO CHANDRAPUR STPS State Sector Maharashtra 3 210 03/05/1985 32 Y N N 100 100 107 N N N Y Y 31/03/2021 FGD POSSIBLE
186 MAHAGENCO CHANDRAPUR STPS State Sector Maharashtra 4 210 08/03/1986 31 Y N N 100 100 99 N N N Y Y 31/03/2021 FGD POSSIBLE
187 MAHAGENCO CHANDRAPUR STPS State Sector Maharashtra 5 500 22/03/1991 26 Y N N 100 100 100 N Y N Y Y 31/03/2021 FGD POSSIBLE
190 MAHAGENCO CHANDRAPUR STPS State Sector Maharashtra 8 500 29/03/2015 2 Y N N 50 50 74 Y N/A N Y Y 31/03/2021 FGD POSSIBLE
191 MAHAGENCO CHANDRAPUR STPS State Sector Maharashtra 9 500 21/03/2016 1 Y N N 50 50 NA N N/A N Y Y 31/03/2020 FGD POSSIBLE
192 MAHAGENCO KHAPARKHEDA TPS State Sector Maharashtra 1 210 26/03/1989 28 Y N N 100 100 171 Y Y N Y Y 31/03/2021 FGD POSSIBLE
193 MAHAGENCO KHAPARKHEDA TPS State Sector Maharashtra 2 210 08/01/1990 27 Y N N 100 100 169 Y N N Y Y 31/03/2021 FGD POSSIBLE
194 MAHAGENCO KHAPARKHEDA TPS State Sector Maharashtra 3 210 31/05/2000 17 Y N N 100 100 123 Y Y N Y Y 31/03/2021 FGD POSSIBLE
195 MAHAGENCO KHAPARKHEDA TPS State Sector Maharashtra 4 210 07/01/2001 16 Y N N 100 100 100 N Y N Y Y 31/03/2021 FGD POSSIBLE
196 MAHAGENCO KHAPARKHEDA TPS State Sector Maharashtra 5 500 05/08/2011 6 Y N N 50 50 47 N Y N Y Y 31/03/2021 FGD POSSIBLE
197 MAHAGENCO KORADI TPS State Sector Maharashtra 5 200 15/07/1978 39 N N 100 100 452 Y N N N N IDENTIFIED FOR RETIREMENT
198 MAHAGENCO KORADI TPS State Sector Maharashtra 6 210 30/03/1982 35 Y N N 100 100 NA N Y Y Y Y OG 31/03/2021 PARTIAL FGD
199 MAHAGENCO KORADI TPS State Sector Maharashtra 7 210 13/01/1983 34 Y N N 100 100 182 Y N N Y Y 31/03/2021 PARTIAL FGD
200 MAHAGENCO KORADI TPS State Sector Maharashtra 8 660 30/03/2015 2 Y N N 50 50 42 N N N/A Y Y 31/03/2021 FGD POSSIBLE
201 MAHAGENCO KORADI TPS State Sector Maharashtra 9 660 15/03/2016 1 Y N N 50 50 NA N N N/A Y Y 31/03/2021 FGD POSSIBLE
202 MAHAGENCO KORADI TPS State Sector Maharashtra 10 660 28/12/2016 0 <50 31/12/2020 FGD POSSIBLE
203 MAHAGENCO NASIK TPS State Sector Maharashtra 3 210 26/04/1979 38 Y N N 100 100 81 N M M Y Y 31/03/2021 PARTIAL FGD
204 MAHAGENCO NASIK TPS State Sector Maharashtra 4 210 10/07/1980 37 Y N N 100 100 242 Y N Y Y Y 31/03/2021 PARTIAL FGD
205 MAHAGENCO NASIK TPS State Sector Maharashtra 5 210 30/01/1981 36 Y N N 100 100 243 Y N N Y Y 31/03/2021 PARTIAL FGD
206 MAHAGENCO PARAS TPS State Sector Maharashtra 3 250 31/05/2007 10 Y N N 100 50 91 Y N N N N 31/03/2021 NORMS COMPLIANT
207 MAHAGENCO PARAS TPS State Sector Maharashtra 4 250 27/03/2010 7 Y N N 100 50 85 Y N N N 31/03/2021 NORMS COMPLIANT
208 MAHAGENCO PARLI TPS State Sector Maharashtra 3 210 10/10/1980 37 N N 100 100 161 Y N N N N IDENTIFIED FOR RETIREMENT
209 MAHAGENCO PARLI TPS State Sector Maharashtra 4 210 26/03/1985 32 Y N N 100 100 151 Y N N Y Y 31/03/2021 PARTIAL FGD
210 MAHAGENCO PARLI TPS State Sector Maharashtra 5 210 31/12/1987 29 Y N N 100 100 100 N N N Y Y 31/03/2021 PARTIAL FGD
211 MAHAGENCO PARLI TPS State Sector Maharashtra 6 250 16/02/2007 10 Y N N 75 50 100 Y Y N Y Y 31/03/2021 PARTIAL FGD
212 MAHAGENCO PARLI TPS State Sector Maharashtra 7 250 10/02/2010 7 Y N N 50 50 85 Y Y N Y Y 31/03/2021 PARTIAL FGD
213 MAHAGENCO PARLI TPS State Sector Maharashtra 8 250 30/03/2016 1 Y N N 50 50 <100 N N/A N Y Y 31/03/2021 PARTIAL FGD
214 NTPC MOUDA TPS Central SectorMaharashtra 1 500 19/04/2012 5 Y N N 100 50 40 N N Y Y 31/12/2022 FGD POSSIBLE
215 NTPC MOUDA TPS Central SectorMaharashtra 2 500 29/03/2013 4 Y N N 100 50 <100 Y N Y Y 31/12/2022 FGD POSSIBLE
216 NTPC MOUDA TPS Central SectorMaharashtra 3 660 28/03/2016 1 Y N N 100 50 <100 Y N Y Y 31/12/2022 FGD POSSIBLE
217 NTPC MOUDA TPS Central SectorMaharashtra 4 660 18/03/2017 0 <100 31/12/2020 FGD POSSIBLE
218 NTPC SOLAPUR Central SectorMaharashtra 1 660 07/04/2017 0 31/12/2020 FGD POSSIBLE
219 Ratan Power AMARAVATI TPS Private SectorMaharashtra 1 270 25/03/2013 4 Y N N 50 50 22 N N N Y N NORMS COMPLIANT
224 Ratan Power NASIK (P) TPS Private SectorMaharashtra 1 270 25/02/2014 3 N N 50 50 <50 N Y Y 31/03/2021 PARTIAL FGD
225 Ratan Power NASIK (P) TPS Private SectorMaharashtra 2 270 15/02/2017 0 N N 50 50 <50 N Y Y 31/03/2021 PARTIAL FGD
226 Ratan Power NASIK (P) TPS Private SectorMaharashtra 3 270 14/04/2017 0 <50 31/12/2022 FGD POSSIBLE
229 TATA Power Co. TROMBAY TPS Private SectorMaharashtra 5 500 25/01/1984 33 Y N 150 100 104 Y Y Y N/A N/A 31/03/2018 FGD INSTALLED
230 TATA Power Co. TROMBAY TPS Private SectorMaharashtra 8 250 26/03/2009 8 Y N 100 50 35 N N N/A N/A FGD INSTALLED
Vidarbha Industries
231 Ltd BUTIBORI TPP Private SectorMaharashtra 1 300 17/08/2012 5 N N 50 50 44 N N/A N/A Y Y 30/06/2021 FGD POSSIBLE
Vidarbha Industries
232 Ltd BUTIBORI TPP Private SectorMaharashtra 2 300 19/03/2013 4 N N 50 50 43 N N/A N/A Y Y 31/03/2021 FGD POSSIBLE
233 Wardha P C P L WARDHA WARORA TPP Private SectorMaharashtra 1 135 05/06/2010 7 Y N N 100 50 40 N N Y Y 30/09/2021 FGD POSSIBLE
79666 MW 236 UNITS Changes finalised during TCC meeting held at WRPC on 28-09-2017
Annexure –III
Record of Discussions held on 21.9.2017 at WRPC, Mumbai by

Principal Chief Engineer, CEA with some of generators on
revised schedule for FGD related matters.
Discussions were held with some of Generators in WR on revised

schedule prepared by CEA regarding phasing out plan and FGD
installation in respect of Thermal Power plants of Western Region
on 21.09.2017 at WRPC, Mumbai. The list of participants is
enclosed as Annexure-A.
Principal Chief Engineer (PCE), CEA informed the Generators

regarding revised dates for their power plants and clarified many
queries of Generators. The PCE informed briefly about the meeting
between Secretary (MoP), Secretary (MoEF) and others held on
01/09/2017. He informed about the decisions /directives given in
the meeting. The decisions taken during the meeting are as
follows:
 The action plan submitted by MoP (Ministry of Power) for

seven years i.e. up to 2024 should commence from 2018 and
implemented before 2022 with respect to all pollutants. The
revised action plan shall be submitted within 45 days. The
action should also indicate timeline for installation of FGDs.
 The aforesaid revised plan should take into account the

possible environmental and health impact considering
location of TPPs and distance from habitation for the purpose
of prioritization of installation of necessary equipment.
 As suggested by MoP, the applicability of emission limit of 300

mg/Nm3 for NOx shall be reviewed by a sub-group chaired by
Chairman, CPCB and comprising representatives from CPCB,
MoP/CEA, NTPC and MoEF & CC. The group shall also
suggest way out for disposal of Gypsum and Calcium
sulphate also.
 The Thermal power plants (11-14 nos.) which are located in
Ganga basin shall utilize the treated sewage from the STPs to
meet their water requirement. A plan for the purpose shall be
submitted within a month.
 With regard to fly ash utilization, it was decided that

MoEF&CC shall issue appropriate directions in the matter
covering aspects such as clay brick units in vicinity of Power
Plants definition of national assets etc.
The discussion on revision of scheduled dates of installation of

FGD and upgradation of ESP with the representatives from
Thermal generating companies are given as below:
Some of the representatives from the generating companies wanted

to know whether CEA is taking up the issue with CERC related to
revision in tariff owing to the additional investment in FGD
installation. He replied that CEA has already prepared the draft
specifications and the final specification would be issued shortly.
To a query on recovery of expenditure to be incurred on FGD
installation through tariff, he told that NTPC has already received
NIT/financial bids for FGD installation for their power stations.
Once it is opened, the benchmark cost of FGD would be decided
and intimated to CERC.
Revision in target dates of ESP up-gradation has been matched

with FGD installation target dates.
After the discussions, the revised schedule for FGD

installation/ESP up-gradation was conveyed to the Generators and
incorporated in Annexure-III* of Agenda. NTPC informed that they
would revert back on the revised schedule within 10 days.
**********
*-the final list as per discussion on special TCC held on 28.09.2017 is at
Annexure-II.
Annex 7
Annex 9
Annex 11
Annex 12
Demo of
5 min Interface Energy Meter
at 400/220 kV GIS substation
at Magarwada, Daman
CT connection
Check meter Main meter
VT supply extension to check meter
Methodology for Conversion of “5 min” to “15 min” for comparison
• Addition of “Wh” of three consecutive time blocks of 5 min

• Average of the “Frequency” of three consecutive time blocks of 5 min
• Difference between the “Active Energy” cumulative register reading at
24 hrs and at 00 hrs
• Difference between the “Reactive energy (high)” cumulative register
reading at 24 hrs and at 00 hrs
• Difference between the “Reactive energy (low)” cumulative register
reading at 24 hrs and at 00 hrs
Elster make 5-min meter
Comparison of Main (15-min) and Check Meter (5-min)
on 400 kV Magarwada-Navsari-I
ELSTER check meter installation, re-configuration and data access
• A check meter was installed in series with the main meter
• M/s Elster intimated that both models – Alpha A1640 and Alpha M++ are same. The latter
being manufactured as Alpha A1640 at present.
• Existing Elster Main meter (Model- Alpha M++) could also be reconfigured online for 5 min
data recording without any shutdown/CT shorting. However the same was not done to avoid
any data loss.
• Only the Check meter was configured for recording at 5-min interval. All stored data in this
meter was washed out in the reconfiguration process.
• The reconfiguration process took around 2 minutes. The block in which the reconfiguration
was done and the subsequent 3-4 time blocks had erroneous data.
• The data was downloaded through the existing ‘Optical port’ by using an ‘optical to serial to
USB’ converter cable.
• The encrypted data was downloaded in the laptop in *.rm3 file .
• The *.rm3 file was converted into *.npc format through our existing NPC conversion software
• The *.rm3 file was also converted into *.xls format by the PEARL reporting software
Main meter: NP-8627 A Check meter: NR-3102 A
Model- Alpha A1640 Model- Alpha M++
LED
Optical Port
Navigation keys
Optical Port
Auxillary supply
port Navigation keys
Auxillary
supply port
Cum. Wh Cum. VARh (low)
One Block
Meter No. Cum. VARh (high) Date
Freq code Wh Wh Day Total
Hour
*.npc file from ELSTER meter
• The header contained the ‘meter no.’, ‘cumulative register reading of
Wh, VARh (high) and VARh (low).
• Below the header row, the data was arranged in 18 rows and 33
columns.
• A row contained hour and (f code, Wh) of 16 time blocks of 5 min
each. Thus the data is complete (16*18 =288 blocks of 5-min)
• The first column indicates the hour. However the indication of hour 7,
19 and 23 are missing. Perhaps it would have been correct if there
would have been 49 columns with the 1st column for hour and 24
sets of f code and Wh data (48 columns).In such case, each row would
have 2 hours of data.
15 min block wise Wh comparison – Main and check (load survey data) Elster
Wh comparison - Main and Check (load survey data)

Time Block
-10
1 3 5 7 9 11 13 15 17 19 21 23 25 27 29 31 33 35 37 39 41 43 45 47 49 51 53 55 57 59 61 63 65 67 69 71 73 75 77 79 81 83 85 87 89 91 93 95
-11
-12
-13
Wh
-14
-15
-16 RMSE ERROR – 0.013 Wh

RMSE % – 0.001 %
-17 Mean Absolute Error – 0.116 Wh
-18
Main meter Wh Avg. WH (load survey report)

15 min block wise Freq. comparison (load survey data) Elster
Freq. comparison - Main and Check (load survey data)
50.06
50.04
50.02
50
49.98
49.96
Freq in Hz.
49.94
49.92
49.9
49.88
49.86
RMSE ERROR – 0.005 Hz,
49.84
RMSE % – 0.00011 %
49.82
Mean Absolute Error - 0.004 Hz
49.8
1 3 5 7 9 11 13 15 17 19 21 23 25 27 29 31 33 35 37 39 41 43 45 47 49 51 53 55 57 59 61 63 65 67 69 71 73 75 77 79 81 83 85 87 89 91 93 95
Time Block
Main meter freq. Avg. freq. (load survey report)

Voltage Comparison (Elster)
242 240
238
240
236
238
R ph voltage in kV
Y ph voltage in kV
234
236
232
234 Vr main
Vr main 230
232 228 Vr check
Vr check
230 226
228 224
226 222
1 5 9 13 17 21 25 29 33 37 41 45 49 53 57 61 65 69 73 77 81 85 89 93 1 5 9 13 17 21 25 29 33 37 41 45 49 53 57 61 65 69 73 77 81 85 89 93
Time Block Time Block
RMSE- 0.33 V, RMSE %- 0.001%, MAE- 0.26 V RMSE- 0.34 V, RMSE %- 0.001%, MAE- 0.27 V
242
240
238
B ph voltage in kV
236
234
Vb main RMSE- 0.43 V, RMSE %- 0.002%, MAE- 0.37 V
232
Vb check
230
228
226
1 5 9 13 17 21 25 29 33 37 41 45 49 53 57 61 65 69 73 77 81 85 89 93
Time Block
15 min block wise Watt hour value comparison (Elster) (from NPC file)
Wh value - 15 min block wise
Time Block
-10
1 3 5 7 9 11 13 15 17 19 21 23 25 27 29 31 33 35 37 39 41 43 45 47 49 51 53 55 57 59 61 63 65 67 69 71 73 75 77 79 81 83 85 87 89 91 93 95
-11
-12
-13
Wh
-14
-15
-16
RMSE ERROR : 0.21 Wh
-17 RMSE % : 0.015 %
Mean Absolute Error : 0.165 Wh
-18

15 min block wise Freq. value comparison (Elster) (from NPC file)
Freq. comparison
50.06
50.04
50.02
50
49.98
49.96
49.94
Freq in Hz
49.92
49.9
49.88
49.86
RMSE ERROR – 0.03 Hz,
49.84
RMSE % – 0.00057 %
49.82
Mean Absolute Error - 0.022 Hz
49.8
1 3 5 7 9 11 13 15 17 19 21 23 25 27 29 31 33 35 37 39 41 43 45 47 49 51 53 55 57 59 61 63 65 67 69 71 73 75 77 79 81 83 85 87 89 91 93 95
Time Block

Main and check Meter data Comparison (ELSTER)
Main Check
Cumulative Register Readings meter Meter Diff. Remarks
Net Wh recorded for 14.09.17 1379.6 1380.7 1.1 Diff. of 0.08 % (OK)
Net VARh (<97%) recorded for 14.09.17 0.0 0.0 0.0

Diff. of 4.34 %. This is due
to the shrinking of the time
block interval from 15 min
Net VARh (>103%) recorded for 14.09.17 64.4 67.2 2.8 to 5 min.
Additional data available in Elster (other than that in .npc file)
• Block wise Reactive Energy Data (VARh delivered and VARh received)
• Block wise Active Energy (Delivered and Received) and
• Block wise voltage (R, Y and B) are available separately through
reports provided by the PEARL reporting software.
Secure make 5-min meter
Comparison of Main (15-min) and Check Meter (5-min)
on 400 kV Magarwada-Kala line
Main meter: NP-8607 A (Elster) Check meter: Y0356046 (Secure)
Model- Alpha M++ Model- Apex 150
Secure check meter installation, reconfiguration and data access
• A check meter (capable of recording energy at 5 min interval) was installed in
series with the main meter
• The meter was installed online in series to the main meter by physically shorting
the CT secondary. The convenient approach would be to avail shutdown and then
proceed with meter installation/ replacement.
• The configuration of the new meter from 15 min to 5 min took around 1 minute
of time.
• In the process of reconfiguration, all data stored in the meter is washed out
except the cumulative active and reactive energy register value.
• The data was downloaded directly to a laptop through the existing ‘Optical port’
by using an ‘optical to serial to USB’ converter cable.
• M cubed 100 software was used for generating reports from the *.cdf file.
• The energy recorded by the meter is in primary value (CT and PT ratios are
configured in the meter).
Cum. Wh Cum. VARh (low)
One Block
Meter No. Cum. VARh (high) Date
Freq code Wh (Primary value)
Hour
*.npc file from SECURE meter
• The header contained the ‘meter no.’, ‘cumulative register reading of Wh,
VARh (high) and VARh (low).
• Below the header row, the data was arranged in 18 rows and 33 columns.
• A row contained hour and (f code, Wh) of 16 time blocks of 5 min each.
Thus the data is complete (16*18 =288 blocks of 5-min)
• The first column indicates the hour. However the indication of hour 18 to
24 are missing. Perhaps it would have been correct if there would have
been 49 columns with the 1st column for hour and 24 sets of f code and
Wh data (48 columns).In such case, each row would have 2 hours of data.
• The .npc file generated from the M cubed software is erroneous as
frequency code recorded is only 48,49 and 50 and no other value.
• Hence, data generated from .cdf file is used for the analysis.
15 min block wise Watt hour value comparison (Secure)
Wh value - 15 min block wise
10
9.5 RMSE ERROR – 0.02 Wh

RMSE % – 0.003 %
9
Mean Absolute error- 0.0164 Wh
8.5
Wh
7.5
6.5
6
1 3 5 7 9 11 13 15 17 19 21 23 25 27 29 31 33 35 37 39 41 43 45 47 49 51 53 55 57 59 61 63 65 67 69 71 73 75 77 79 81 83 85 87 89 91 93 95
Time Block

15 min block wise Freq. value comparison (Secure)
Freq. comparison
50.05
50.03
50.01
49.99
49.97
49.95
49.93
Freq in Hz
49.91
49.89
49.87
49.85
49.83
49.81 RMSE ERROR – 0.04 Hz
49.79 RMSE % - 0.008%
49.77 Mean absolute error - 0.033 Hz
49.75
1 3 5 7 9 11 13 15 17 19 21 23 25 27 29 31 33 35 37 39 41 43 45 47 49 51 53 55 57 59 61 63 65 67 69 71 73 75 77 79 81 83 85 87 89 91 93 95
Time Block

Voltage comparison – Main & Check
242
240 Only Average

Ph-N voltage
238
Avg. phase voltage in kV
is available
236
in .cdf file.
234
232
230
RMSE- 0.30 V
228
RMSE %- 0.001%
226
Mean Absolute Error- 0.26 V
224
1 3 5 7 9 11 13 15 17 19 21 23 25 27 29 31 33 35 37 39 41 43 45 47 49 51 53 55 57 59 61 63 65 67 69 71 73 75 77 79 81 83 85 87 89 91 93 95
Time Block
Vavg main V avg check
Main and check Meter data Comparison (SECURE)
Main Check
Cumulative Register Readings Diff. Remarks
meter Meter
Net Wh recorded for 14.09.17 760.7 761.2 -0.5 Error of 0.06 % (OK)
Net VARh (<97%) recorded for 14.09.17 0 0 0

Error of 7.7 % . This
is due to the
12.0 12.925 shrinking of the time
Net VARh (>103%) recorded for 14.09.17 -0.925
(export) (export) block interval from
15 min to 5 min.
Additional Data available (Secure)
The .cdf file provides the following block wise data in addition to the data available through
.npc file :
• Total active energy (all harmonics) import, export and net value
• Active Energy (fundamental harmonic) import, export and net value.
• Reactive Energy and power import (Active import) – kVArh & kVAr
• Reactive energy and power export (Active import) – VARh & kVAr
• Reactive Energy and power import (Active export) – VARh & kVAr
• Reactive Energy and power export (Active export) – VARh & kVAr
• Net reactive energy and power exchanged in a block - VARh & kVAr
• Net reactive energy (V>103%) and net reactive energy (V<97%) - VARh
• Average Voltage (V)
• Average Current (A)
• Total Active Power, Net active power (import and export)
Comparison of frequency from Elster and
RMSE : 0.045
Secure 5-min Meter RMSE % : 0.001
Mean Absolute Error : 0.038
Freq. comparison - Elster (check meter) vs Secure (check meter)
50.0500
50.0000
49.9500
Freq. in Hz
49.9000
49.8500
49.8000
49.7500
1 3 5 7 9 11 13 15 17 19 21 23 25 27 29 31 33 35 37 39 41 43 45 47 49 51 53 55 57 59 61 63 65 67 69 71 73 75 77 79 81 83 85 87 89 91 93 95
Time Block
Elster Secure
SUMMARY
• The 5 min check meter installation (both Elster and Secure) was successful
• Reconfiguration of existing 15-min meter to 5-min
• The reconfiguration of existing Elster meter from 15-min to 5-min is simple and is possible to be done online at
site. However the old data gets erased when the meter is re-configured.
• The reconfiguration of existing ‘Secure meter’ from 15-min to 5-min is not possible. However the feature is
available in new meter models have this above feature.
• Conversion software
• Elster: The software for conversion to .npc file is available
• Secure: The available software was unable to provide accurate *.npc file.
• Wh recording
• The error between the Wh recorded by main and check meter was small when raw data was used for comparison
in case of Elster as well as Secure
• Error is high when the data from .npc files are compared. This indicates that the software for converting the raw
data into npc with 5-min configuration needs to be validated
• Frequency recording
• Difference in frequency record is observed between the 5-min meter of Secure and Elster make
• Secure: Error between the frequency recording of main & check is high even when raw data is compared
• The issue can be addressed by using a well calibrated reference frequency meter in the grid
• VARh
• Difference observed in VARh recording. Logic used by the meter when the meter is reconfigured to 5-min needs
re-validation
Annex 13,14,16 and 17
POINT-WISE STATUS ON AGENDA POINTS OF 76TH CCM
Item no. Description of issue Actin taken

Item no. 13 Energy meter data New SEM issued to Padge MSETCL
discrepancy at Padge MSETCL on 18.10.17. Outage proposed by
on 400kV Boisar line MSETCL for meter replacement but
not concurred till date. POWERGRID
will depute person for replacement on
confirmation of outage.
Item no. 14 Issue pertaining to WR-I Faulty SEM meter Sr. No. NP8712-A
(Solapur) has been replaced on dated 16.11.2017
with
Sr. no. NP-8891
Item no. 17 (b) & Issue pertaining toWR-I Faulty SEM meters cited in the Sr. No.
(c) (Solapur) 17 (b) and (c ) are replaced with
following meters. Details are as
follows:
a) Meter no.NP-8884-A ELESTER
make installed in 400Kv Alkud
line(400KV Solapur-Kholapur
Line 1) on 03.08.2017.
b) Meter no.NP-8885-A ELESTER
make installed in 400Kv
Kolhapur line(400KV Solapur-
Kholapur Line 2) on 03.08.2017
Item no. 16 Timely submission of Weekly The delay in submission of SEMs data
(Sr.no. 2) SEMs data to WRLDC during Week-8 & Week-10 period is
Pirana SS due to communication port problem
was observed in Energy Meter of
Dehgam # 2 line. The faulty SEM
meter was replaced with new meter in
consultation with WRLDC. After
replacement, data is being sent timely
to WRLDC from Pirana SS.
Item no. 17 (a) & Vapi (PG) 220Kv Vapi-Bhilad-1 and 220KV Vapi-
(d) Vapi(PG) line energy meter data was
found incorrect, reason behind wrong
data was due to not extending the one
phase voltage of both the meters due to
CVT fuse blown, which was identified
and corrected. Now both meters are
working OK
17 e – Sr.no. 2&3 Satna (PG) Data corrupted due to CT polarity
inter-change. Same has been rectified.
17 e – Sr.no.18 Damoh (PG). on dt 06.09.2017, BCU of 407 Bay (Main bay of
400 KV Damoh-Birshingpur Ckt-2) got failed.
To replace Online faulty BCU with spare one,
connection of CT secondary was made short
for 4-5 hrs dt 06.09.2017.
Therefore SEMS Meter DM-26 NP-6852-A is
connected to 407 Bay (Main bay of 400 KV
Damoh-Birshingpur Ckt-2) having UNDER
RECORDING on dt 06.09.2017.
17 e – Sr.no. 8, Itarsi (PG) Ite S.No.8 : ICT-1 main bay (connected to Bus-
11 & 14. 1) out of service for 400kV Bus-1 Stability.
Seems that, during outage of Main
Breaker bus voltages are not extended to
HV side energy meter and leads to under
recording of energy of HV side.
2SS.No. 11 : Due to CT wiring shorted by
CSD engineer in GE make CSD. However,
rectified the same.
S.No.14 : No abnormalities were found at
Itarsi end. However, checked the
tightness of CT & PT connections of
energy meter.
17 e – Sr.no.12 Boisar (PG) Under recording due to absence of CVT
voltage (fuse blown). The same been rectified
and working OK.
Table Sl. No. 5 Aurangabad(PG) At Aurangabad (PG), 400kV side of ICT-1
(A’Bad) 400KV side of ICT-1 under voltage has been observed some time,
on verification no abnormalities has found.
(Erroneous data) After some time it has been automatically
restored & now it is working perfectly.
Table Sl. No. 19 Solapur(PG) At Solapur (PG), 400kV side of ICT-2 under
(Solapur) 400KV side of ICT-2 voltage has been observed some time, on
verification meter circuitry has been checked
(Under Recording) found in order. After some time it has been
automatically restored & now it is working
perfectly.
Table Sl. No. 21 Bhadravati SEM meters of HVDC-1/2 feeeders are
(Bhadravati) 400KV Line-1 to HVDC energized through the BB-1 and BB-2 CVT
voltages. There is no voltage selection relay in
(Inconsistent data) this energy meter scheme. The inconsistent
Table Sl. No. 22 Bhadravati data occurs for the period during shutdown of
(Bhadravati) 400KV Line-1 to HVDC Bus- 1 or Bus-2 and manual switching of CVT
(Inconsistent data) voltage. Procurement of voltage selection is
under process and will be installed at the
earliest.
Annex 24a
Subject: Agenda for 76th CCM
To: "comml-wrpc@nic.in" <comml-wrpc@nic.in>
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Date: 17/10/17 12:53 PM
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76th CCM agenda.docx (20kB)
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Annex 24d
FORUM OF REGULATORS ( FOR)
.Secretariat: C/o. CENTRAL ELECTRICITYREGULATORY COMMISSION (CERC)
3rc1 & 4111 Floors, ChanderlokBuilding, 36, Janpath,New Delhi 110 001.
Telefax Nos.: 23753920
No. 1/1/2017/Reg.Aff. (Sub.Group-ISMAS)/CERC Dated: 2°d May, 2017
Sub: Constitution of Sub-Groupfor "Implementationof 5-Minute Scheduling, Metering,

Accounting and Settlement" under FOR Technical Committee for Implementationof
Frameworkon Renewables at the State Level
Sir,
In the Eleventh Meeting of the "Technical Committee for Implementation of Framework

on Renewables at the State Level" held at Chennai on 28th March 2017, it was decided to form a
Sub-Group to examine the various aspects of migrating from 15-minute to 5-minure scheduling,
metering, accounting and settlement at the inter-state level to facilitate large scale integration of
renewables. Accordingly, the competitive authority has constituted the Sub-Group comprising the
following members:-
(a) Shri S.K. Soonee, Advisor, POSOCO

(b) Representative of all RPCs and NPC
( c) Representative of CEA
(d) Representative of POSOCO
( e) Representative of CTU
(f) Representative from one RE rich state each in NR, WR and SR
2. The broad terms of reference (TOR) for the Sub-Group are:-
a) Look at all pros and cons of moving to 5-Minute Scheduling, Metering,

Accounting and Settlement
b) Identify all activities to move from 15-minute to 5-minute scheduling, metering,
accounting and settlement
c) Identify changes required in various Regulations including Grid Code and suggest the
required amendments
d) Suggest amendments required to the CEA Metering Regulations and assess the
metering infrastructure required
e) Suggest any specific requirements in this context for cross border transactions
f) Infrastructure requirements in terms of hardware & software upgradation needed for
scheduling, metering, accounting and settlement by the NLDC, RLDCs, SLDCs and
RPCs/NPC
g) Detailed action plan for migration including phasing of activities if required
h) Time-frames for the implementation of identified activities and target date for
migration to 5-minute scheduling, metering accounting and settlement
i) Information dissemination requirements to be identified
j) Capacity building measures required for all stakeholders
k) Any other suggestions related to above
The Sub-Group may co-opt any external expert as it deems fit.

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3. The Sub-Group shall submit its report to the Technical committee within a period of two
months from the date of issue of this order.
4. The respective organizations that have representation in the Sub-Group are requested to
send the nominations to the FOR Secretariat at the earliest.
(Sushanta~rjee)
Joint Chief (Regulatory Affairs)
To:
1. Member Secretary NRPC/WRPC/SRPC/ERPC/NERPC

2. Chief Engineer, NPC
3. Secretary, CEA
4. CEO POSOCO
5. COO, CTU
6. Representative of SLDC, Rajasthan
7. Representative of SLDC, Gujarat
8. Representative of SLDC, Karnataka
--- With a request to send their nominations to the FOR Secretariat at the earliest.
Copy to:
I. Sh. A.S. Bakshi, Member, CERC

2. Chairperson/Member, TNERC
3. Member, GERC
4. Member, RERC
5. Member, MERC
6. Member, APERC
7. Member, KERC
8. CEO, POSOCO
9. Sh. S.K. Soonee, Advisor, POSOCO
FOR Sub-Group for "Implementation of 5-Minute Scheduling, Metering,
Accounting and Settlement"
nd
02 Meeting - Gist of Discussions
Meeting Details
th
Date 28 August, 2017
Day Thursday
Venue National Load Despatch Centre, POSOCO, Delhi
Open 11.00 AM
Time
Close 01.30 PM
Second Meeting of Sub-Group for "Implementation of 5-Minute Scheduling,
Subject Metering, Accounting and Settlement" under FOR Technical Committee for
Implementation of Framework on Renewables at the State Level
Deliberations
A. CEO, POSOCO welcomed the participants to the meeting. In the first meeting, the need for
interaction with different stakeholders responsible for implementation of 5-Minute Scheduling and
Settlement was highlighted. In that direction, major meter manufacturers have been invited to
apprise the sub-group regarding views/suggestions for the proposed migration to 5 minute
scheduling, metering and accounting. Advisor, POSOCO mentioned that there is need for technical
understanding on the philosophical and fundamental aspects of faster markets by all the
stakeholders.
B. A presentation was made by POSOCO (Annex – I) regarding action points identified in the first
meeting, required interventions and modifications in metering standards and relevant regulations.
Some of the features which are required were highlighted as follows:
i. Record frequency data at 0.01 Hz resolution
ii. Net VARh and voltage to be recorded for each time block.
iii. Auxiliary Supply - SEM may normally be capable of operating with power drawn from the VT
secondary circuits.
iv. Provision to operate on control power supply to the SEM from 110V DC / 220V DC.
v. Built-in calendar and clock
vi. Secured software based solution for meter time correction and synchronization with GPS
vii. DLMS compliant for SEM communication protocol – Indian COSEM standard
viii. Data security ensured as per IEC-62056-51 standard
ix. Automated Meter Reading (AMR)
x. Uniform protocol for communication for meters of different vendors.
xi. Optical coupling cable should be compatible with all types of meters.
xii. Replacement of defective meters within a stipulated time frame
C. Three meter manufacturers viz. M/s Secure Meters, M/s Elster-Honeywell and M/s L&T were
invited by the sub-group for discussions on the proposed features in the 5-Minute capable
interface meters (but not limited to):
i. Non-volatile memory, Automatic storage
ii. Net Wh transmittal during each successive 5 min block (up to 2 decimal)
iii. Cumulative Wh transmittal at each midnight, in eight digits (one decimal)
iv. Net VARh transmittal during each successive 5 min block (up to 2 decimal)
v. Cumulative VARh transmittal at each midnight in eight digits (one decimal)
vi. High VARh when Voltage above 103 % of Vref
vii. Low VARh when Voltage is below 97% of Vref
viii. Average frequency (5 min) in Hertz (up to 2 decimal, truncation) for each 5 minute time-block
ix. Date and time blocks of failure of VT supply on any phase (as a star (*)/ (Z) mark)
x. Voltage (V) (up to 2 decimal, truncation) for each 5 minute time-block
xi. Meters shall store data in memory for 15 days
nd
D. CE, SLDC-Gujarat mentioned that there is need for consultations with generators and DISCOMs. It
was highlighted that there is need for discussion on 5 minute scheduling and settlement as a
separate agenda item in each of the RPC forums. Sh. Pardeep Jindal, CE, NPC-CEA proposed that
discussion may also be taken up as a separate agenda item in the forthcoming NPC meeting at
Indore in first week of September, 2017.
E. Tamil Nadu representative informed the sub-group that installation of ABT compliant meters is
under progress in the state. These meters are 15-minute capable meters and 85 % of the wind
generators, 100 % of solar generators and 66 % of other generators have been covered till date
under new intra-state metering system. As requested by the sub-group in the first meeting, Tamil
Nadu comunicated with meter vendors to discuss the possibility of firmware reconfiguration for
transition to 5 minute arrangement. It was informed that only one meter vendor responded that it
is possible to migrate to 5 – minute metering in the new generation meters.
F. The sub-group and meter manufacturers had detailed discussions on following aspects:
i. Capability of existing Special Energy Meters (SEM) (15 min, ABT meters) to migrate to 5-
minute metering through minimal changes
M/s Secure Meters representative mentioned that the proposed features in the 5-Minute
capable interface meters may be implementable in the future generation of meters. It was
mentioned that there may be difficulties in implementation in the earlier generation of meters
whch have features tightly linked to hardware to make them tamper-proof.
MS, WRPC queried regarding the need for replacement of entire existing fleet of meters when
only change in memory is required with no change in number of ports and other inputs. He
further added that change in the software/firmware embedded in the chip/electronics of the
meters are easily configurable as the inputs to the meters are same and only fetching of data is
being made faster. SLDC-Gujarat representative highlighted that the present meter
infrastructure stores 96 readings per day upto 10 days which amounts to 960 readings. He
emphasized that with 5 minute readings, the same meter can store the data but for lesser
number of days say, 3 days. It was mentioned that only periodicity of meter recording
accumulation is being made smaller. It was also recognized that the replacement of thousands
of meters entails shutdown of transmisison infrastructure which would impact the power
system operation in the country.
M/s Secure Meters representative mentioned that the change in the software program of
meter can be done. However, change in firmware would require change in hardware. As there
are different versions and models of meters installed across India, it was noted that M/s Secure
Meters representative would verify and confirm the feasibiity and compatibility of migration in
the existing metering infrastructure.
M/s Elster-Honeywell representative stated that there is no issue in new generation of meters.
M/s Elster-Honeywell representative stated that 5 minute arrangements can be implemented
within the existing parameters. However, implementation of additional parameters needs to
be checked up with their technical teams. It was noted that M/s Elster-Honeywell
representative would verify and confirm the feasibiity and compatibility of migration in the
existing metering infrastructure.
SLDC-Gujarat representative highlighted that there is change only in buffer update time and
1/3 rd retention period. M/s L&T representative mentioned that the change in memory and
logic would be discussed with their technical team and would give information to the sub-
group.
Adviser, POSOCO highlighted that the vintage checkup of feasibility and compatibility may be
done by technical experts from RPCs/RLDCs/Meter maufacturers in a separate forum.
nd
ii. Parallel transition to 5 minute arrangements in addition to existing 15 minute

NLDC representative enquired about the possibility of parallel transition to 5 minute
arrangements in addition to existing 15 minute.
M/s Secure Meters representative responded that configuration change can be handled within
the existing framework. Data accumulation at 5 minute and accounting at 15 minute can be
thought of in the transition phase.
M/s Elster-Honeywell representative agreed that proposed features can be incorporated in the
next generation of meters. However, additional features and customized requirements have to
be deliberated with their technical teams. M/s Elster-Honeywell representative stated that 5
minute arrangements can be implemented within the existing parameters through optical port
on-site in a configuration change which may take upto maximum of ½ hour. .
M/s L&T representative mentioned that for the implementation of 5 minute arrangements, in
case of firmware change also, the meters have to be taken off-site to factory because of the
harware lock in the meter and caliberation of the meter.
iii. Live Testing & Demonstration of 5-Minute capability in exisiting meters
Member Secretary-NRPC proposed that meter manufacturers may demonstrate the
implementation of 5 minute arrangements in exisiting models/version of meters. It was
decided by the sub-group that the meter manufacturers may conduct the demonstration of 5
minute arrangements at one of the identified ISTS susbtations/meter vendor facilities. SLDC-
Gujarat representative volunteered to coordinate for having the demonstration carried out at
the testing facility of POWERGRID/meter vendors. CTU representative was requested to
coordinate and confirm the demonstration.
iv. Meter time correction and synchronization with GPS
M/s Elster-Honeywell representative mentioned that software based solution for meter time
correction and synchronization with GPS is not supported in existing generation of meters as 1
second pulse needs additional hardware. The time synchronization signal is being done through
master station through communication protocol. It was noted that, at present, time drift of 1
minute is spread over 6 time blocks.
Adviser, POSOCO enquired about the design and experiential aspects for time drift issue during
transition to 5 minute arrangements. He further called upon the meter manufacturers to dwell
upon the metrology philosophy and domain expertise so as to incorporate best features
keeping future requirements in mind with smooth and sustainable transition to 5 minute
arrangements. NRLDC mentioned that there are regulatory requirements governing the time
drift range. NLDC queried whether bulk time correction is possible in a single shot. M/s Secure
Meters representative mentioned that there are bandwidth issues for synchronizing from
central system.
Tamil Nadu representative also queried regarding time synchronization facility at meter end or
AMR end. Adviser, POSOCO mentioned that time synchronization should be done only at meter
end and not in a centralized manner. It was noted that there are latency issues in time
synchronization from a central station in view of data security and communication. It was
pointed that there are GPS and Antenna maintenance issues also at the individual meter level.
SLDC-Gujarat representative also highlighted that GPS time synchronization facility should be
at sub-station level or DCD end. CE, NPC-CEA mentioned that in the sub-stations, especially at
generation sites where there are number of voltage levels, GPS at sub-station level would be
optimal.
nd
NLDC also queried on battery life of present meters. M/s Elster-Honeywell representative
mentioned that it was in the order of 10 + years and upto 15 years.
v. Security Considerations and need for re-calibration for Transition to 5 Minute Arrangements
Member Secretary, NRPC enquired about the security of the meters for implementation of 5
minute arrangements. M/s Elster-Honeywell representative mentioned that there are 3 levels
of security with passwords. Also, any configuration change is done by their company
representative only. The load profile would be set to zero on transition to proposed
arrangements.
Member Secretary, NRPC enquired about calibration of the meters after implementation of 5
minute arrangements. Member Secretary, WRPC mentioned that as existing fleet of meters
are majorly electronic & static in nature with no transducers, the re-calibration may not be
required.
Adviser, POSOCO highlighted that the focus of sub-group is on handling the transition from 15-
minute to 5-minute and meter specificaitons in detail would be looked at by a separate set of
experts. The main motive is to have granular scheduling and settlement so as to introduce
various market products as well as facilitate renewable integration.
M/s Elster-Honeywell representative informed the sub-group that transition to static meters
was done in late 90s especially on LT metering side. Now, the transition is being done from
non-smart to smart metering.
Adviser, POSOCO cautioned that in order to have more flexibility & value addition in terms of
data analysis, it is better to do the data process through software after extracting the data
from the meter. Member Secretary, NRPC also highlighted the issue of PT supply failure and
need for check meter arrangements.
vi. International Experience
On being queried about international experience, both M/s Secure Meters representative and
M/s Elster-Honeywell representative mentioned that they will provide the relevant information
for countries to which they have supplied meters.
vii. Impact on Storage capability on transition to 5 minute arrangements
Member Secretary, NRPC raised the issued of decreased storage capability and its impact on
accounting & settlement cycle. M/s Elster-Honeywell representative mentioned that only after
live demonstration and testing only, they will be able to gauge the exact amount of decrease in
the memory storage capability of the exisitng meters when transition to 5 minute arragement
takes place.
viii. Interoperability and common communication protocol
On being queried regarding interoperability issues by SLDC-Gujarat representative, both M/s
Secure Meters representative and M/s Elster-Honeywell representative informed that all the
new generation of meters are DLMS compliant with common communication protocol.
ix. Change in NPC coded file structure
M/s Elster-Honeywell representative mentioned that the proposed 5 minute arragements
would require a change in NPC coded file structure. SLDC-Gujarat representative pointed out
that NPC coded file is essential for meter data security. NRLDC proposed that a separate expert
group may discuss on the NPC coded file format and other technical issues in detail.
nd
x. CTU Activities for transition to 5 minute arrangements

The process and timelines for handling transition from 15-minute and 5-minute needs to be
communicated by CTU to the sub-group in the next meeting. CTU representive informed that
they would coordinate with metering testing facility at Vadodara and faciltate live
demonstration of 5 minute arrangements by meter vendors within 2 weeks.
xi. Suggestions by NPC-CEA
CE, NPC-CEA had circulated the suggestions to the sub-group members. The sub-group
recognized that achieving FGMO and AGC become essential for moving to lesser time interval.
Also, better load and RE forecasting tools within stipulated accuracy ranges are necessary to
achieve optimal system operation. The sub-group recognized the need for a multi-pronged
approach with actions in all possible areas so as to improve the overall system operation. A
copy of the inputs is attached at Annex – II.
CE, NPC-CEA also highlighted that other stakeholders views may also be taken so that holistic
feedback of all stakeholders viewpoints may be incorporated.
The sub-group agreed that a draft interim report will be prepared by first week of October,
2017 for deliberation in the sub-group.
Key Decisions Taken
 Stakeholder views/suggestions to be taken in next meeting
 All RPCs may discuss the 5-minute scheduling and settlement in a more focused manner
 Meter manufacturers to demonstrate the implementation of 5 minute arrangements in existing
models/version of meters within two weeks. CTU to coordinate for meter testing and live
demonstration with meter vendors at Vadodara testing facility. Gujarat-SLDC requested to provide
support in this demonstration.
 Meter vendors to verify and confirm the feasibility and compatibility of migration to 5 minute
arrangements in the existing metering infrastructure
 Meter vendors to give information on international experience
 A separate expert group may be constituted to discuss changes in the NPC coded file format.
 A draft interim report will be prepared by first week of October, 2017
 Next meeting inviting the stakeholders to be held in the week starting 11th September, 2017.
Annex – III: List of Attendees

Annex - 1
FOR Sub-Group
for
"Implementation of 5-Minute Scheduling,
Metering, Accounting and Settlement"
Second Meeting
POSOCO-NLDC, New Delhi

28 August 2017
Outline
• Action Points - First Meeting of the Sub-Group
• Required Regulatory Interventions
• Interaction with Meter Manufacturers –
Discussion Points
• NPC Inputs
• Next Step Forward - Action Points
Action Points - First Meeting of the
Sub-Group
• Stakeholders views/suggestions to be taken in
next series of meetings
– Meter Manufacturers invited
• All RPCs may discuss the 5-minute scheduling
and settlement as an agenda item
– WRPC and NRPC already deliberated
– Other RPCs may like to update
• Co-opt representative from CEA and CERC
– Communications sent; Nominations awaited
Required Regulatory Interventions
• Change in clauses pertaining to Time-Block, Scheduling
& Despatch, Metering, Accounting & Settlement
• CERC Regulations
– Indian Electricity Grid Code
– Deviation Settlement Mechanism
– Open Access in inter-State Transmission
– Ancillary Services Operations
• CEA Regulations (Installation and Operation Meters)

Regulations 2006
– Meter specifications
– Changes in Standards referred in the Regulations
Modifications in Metering Regulations
• Record frequency data at 0.01 Hz resolution
• Net VARh and voltage to be recorded for each time block.
• Auxiliary Supply - SEM may normally be capable of operating with
power drawn from the VT secondary circuits.
• Provision to operate on control power supply to the SEM from 110V DC
/ 220V DC.
• Built-in calendar and clock
• Secured software based solution for meter time correction and
synchronization with GPS
• DLMS compliant for SEM communication protocol – Indian COSEM
standard
• Data security ensured as per IEC-62056-51 standard
• Automated Meter Reading (AMR)
• Uniform protocol for communication for meters of different vendors.
• Optical coupling cable should be compatible with all types of meters.
• Replacement of defective meters within a stipulated time frame
Interaction with Meter Manufacturers
– Discussion Points (1)
Features in the 5-Minute capable interface meters (but not limited to):
• Non-volatile memory, Automatic storage
• Net Wh transmittal during each successive 5 min block (up to 2 decimal)
• Cumulative Wh transmittal at each midnight, in eight digits (one decimal)
• Net VARh transmittal during each successive 5 min block (up to 2 decimal)
• Cumulative VARh transmittal at each midnight in eight digits (one decimal)
• High VARh when Voltage above 103 % of Vref
• Low VARh when Voltage is below 97% of Vref
• Average frequency (5 min) in Hertz (up to 2 decimal, truncation)
• Date and time blocks of failure of VT supply on any phase
– as a star (*)/ (Z) mark.
• Voltage (V) (up to 2 decimal, truncation)
• Meters shall store data in memory for 15 days
Interaction with Meter Manufacturers –
Discussion Points (2)
• Capability of existing Special Energy Meters (SEM) (15 min,
ABT meters) regarding the ability to migrate to 5-minute
metering through minimal changes
– Whether there is any hardware/firmware/software upgrade solution
– Which genre of meters are capable of this upgrade
– SAMAST is in different stages of implementation
• Readiness in respect of availability of new 5-minute capable
meters
• Interface with Metering software at the RLDCs
– Is it possible to record at 5-minutes and convert to 15-minutes
– Compatibility with existing software at the RLDCs/RPCs
• Any practical experience elsewhere / in other deployments
• Timelines
• Cost estimates
Presentation by Meter
Manufacturers
Next Step Forward - Action Points
• CTU Activities
– Handling Transition
– Upgrades of existing metes
– Procurement to implementation of new meters, Process,
Timelines
• Suggested changes in the Regulations in track mode to be

included
• Identify Changes in Software at RPCs/RLDCs/NLDC
• Draft Interim Report to be presented in the Third meeting

of Sub-Group (say First week of October, 2017)
Let’s Ideate
Reference
• CEA (Installation & Operation of Meters) Regulations
2006 available at
• http://www.cea.nic.in/meteringreg.html
• Functional Requirement of AMI – CEA report available at
• http://www.cea.nic.in/reports/others/god/dpd/ami_fun
c_req.pdf
• CERC Regulations on IEGC, DSM, Congestion Alleviation,
Ancillary Services, Sharing of Transmission Charges as
available at
http://www.cercind.gov.in/updated_consolidated_reg1.
html
• Report on Scheduling, Accounting, Metering and
Settlement of Transactions in Electricity “SAMAST”,
http://www.forumofregulators.gov.in/Data/WhatsNew/S
AMAST.pdf
Thank You
Annex - 2
First Meeting of Sub Group for “Implementation of 5-minute scheduling, metering,
accounting and settlement held on 3rd August, 2017 at NLDC, POSOCO.
Discussion on item no. 1 of TOR i.e. “Look at pros and cons of moving to 5-minute
scheduling, metering, accounting and settlement”.
1. The presentation made by POSOCO highlighted the benefits that are expected to be
achieved by moving from 15-minute regime to 5-minute scheduling, accounting regime.
It was informed that moving to 5-minute schedule regime would mainly provide benefit
of (i) better frequency control and (ii) reduction in regulating reserves. It was also
informed that some parts of USA grid/electricity market and Australia have 5-minute
interval for scheduling.
2. In this regard, CE(NPC), CEA provided made following inputs:
(i) Generally, moving from 15-minute to 5-minte should help in better frequency
control, however, this would be a fictitious benefit in the absence of sufficient
primary and secondary controls (i.e. Governor response, and AGC). And thus,
achieving FGMO and AGC become essential for moving to lesser time interval.
(ii) The USA and Australia grids, which have 5-minute scheduling interval, already
have good primary reserves and a working AGC. And so is the case is in many of
the European countries/grids (e.g. Spain, Germany, Denmark etc which even have
significant percentage of RE generation). These European countries have well
developed electricity market and still do not have 5-minute scheduling interval. But
they do have good load and RE forecasts.
(iii) So, to achieve the stated benefits of shorter scheduling interval, what we need is
the following:
(a) Sufficient Primary control through FGMO, as also directed by CERC vide
order dated 31-July-2017 under Petition 84/MP/2015.
(b) Implementation of AGC in Indian grid as early as possible. CERC has

already directed for this in its order in Petition No. 11/SM/2015 dated
13.10.2015.
(c) Each State/utility need to forecast its load ( and ISTS withdrawal) with higher
accuracy. We need to fix a desired value of percentage error (between
scheduled and actual demand) that must be achieved, otherwise we would
unnecessary be keeping large quantum of spinning reserves. And same is
the case for wind and solar generation forecasts.
(d) It is a recognized fact that forecasts are more accurate as we move closer to
the event, i.e. the accuracy of forecast is higher during day of operation (say
2-3 hours before the real time ) as compared to day-ahead and even much
better as compared to 2-3 days ahead when gates are closed for short-term-
market. And therefore, unless we achieve a desired value of forecast errors,
moving to 5-minute scheduling would be ineffective and unfruitful.
(e) Regarding Pros and Cons, we need to analyse/simulate at least past one
year data to determine the benefits, in terms of savings and improvement in
frequency, if there were 5-minute interval instead of 15-minute. Also, the cost
of implementation of 5-minutes interval should also be assessed.
(f) This sub-group should also invite DISCOMs and Generators, who are key
stake holder in this change, for the purpose of identifying activities,
infrastructure, readiness etc.
3. The Grid Standards/Regulations need to at least specify – (i) permissible frequency

deviation both in terms of percentage and duration, (ii) time-lines for deployment and
release of Primary, Secondary and Tertiary controls. A few examples of rules of
deployment of primary and secondary controls in some countries are given in
Annexure. The rules of AGC time-lines and 5-minutes scheduling would need to be co-
adjusted.
It has been seen that presently, ancillary services are many a times used much in
advance against stated 16 minutes and are being used for longer duration and for
maintaining Load Generation balance at Regional level.
4. From above discussion, especially from the fact that forecast errors are lesser as we
move closer to real-time market/operation, it emerges that the advantages of 5-minute
would be seen only as markets move closer to real time. For example, the efficiency
gains of implementing a 5-minute product in a day-ahead market are less significant
than if the same product is implemented in an intraday market. In fact, the five-minute
product could even be detrimental in the day-ahead market if it overly complicates
bidding and clearing processes.
Other Inputs for discussion:
5. Re-scheduling of resources in shorter time frame would reduce the cost of operation for
the DISCOMS provided they have ample flexibility to reschedule their portfolios. Short
Term Markets are rigid with no opportunity for rescheduling collective transaction and
also more than 48 Hours for Short term revision. Thus, presently, limited opportunity
(Only under LTA & MTOA) to DISCOMs to take the advantage of 5- Minutes scheduling
for re-scheduling. Under the existing regulation Short-term Market would be deprived
with the advantage of 5- Minutes Scheduling.
6. For effective Faster Market, from where DISCOMS is able to buy flexibility of
Generator, it is necessary that such products are available and also there is enough
liquidity of wiling flexible generator in the market.
This can only be achieved with – (i) more flexible market products and less gate
closure provisions, and (ii) Generators to cope up with lots of re-scheduling requests in
very short duration of time.
It may be noted that for any anticipated uncertainty, as of today, only Short term market
is available which is totally rigid for any uncertainty in power gird operation which could
reduce the overall system operating cost and minimise deviation.
Annexure
France:
Germany:
Spain:
PJM:
Annex - 3
First Meeting of Sub-Group for "Implementation of 5-Minute Scheduling,
Metering, Accounting and Settlement" under FOR Technical Committee for
Implementation of Framework on Renewables at the State Level
Background Note
1.0 In the 11thMeeting of the "Technical Committee for Implementation of Frameworkon
Renewables at the State Level" held at Chennai on 28thMarch 2017, it was decided to
form aSub-Group to examine the various aspects of migrating from 15-minute to 5-
minute scheduling,metering, accounting and settlement at the inter-state level to
facilitate large scale integration ofrenewables.
2.0 Accordingly, the Sub-Group has been constituted comprising of thefollowing members:-
(a) Shri S.K. Soonee, Advisor, POSOCO
(b) Representative of all RPCs and NPC
(c) Representative of CEA
(d) Representative of POSOCO
(e) Representative of CTU
(f) Representative from one RE rich state each in NR, WR and SR
3.0 The broad terms of reference (TOR) for the Sub-Group are:-
a) Look at all pros and cons of moving to 5-Minute Scheduling, Metering, Accounting and
Settlement
b) Identify all activities to move from 15-minute to 5-minute scheduling, metering,
accounting and settlement
c) Identify changes required in various Regulations including Grid Code and suggest the
required amendments
d) Suggest amendments required to the CEA Metering Regulations and assess the
metering infrastructure required
e) Suggest any specific requirements in this context for cross border transactions
f) Infrastructure requirements in terms of hardware & software upgradation needed for
scheduling, metering, accounting and settlement by the NLDC, RLDCs, SLDCs and
RPCs/NPC
g) Detailed action plan for migration including phasing of activities if required
h) Time-frames for the implementation of identified activities and target date for
migration to 5-minute scheduling, metering accounting and settlement
i) Information dissemination requirements to be identified
j) Capacity building measures required for all stakeholders
k) Any other suggestions related to above
4.0 In pre – Availability Based Tariff (ABT) era, there was practice of daily energy booking,
Joint Meter Reading based monthly accounting, overlay accounts and frequency
measurement from SCADA. This led to certain inadequacies such as no incentives for
generators/utilities to respond for issues like frequency control, absence of merit order
operation, grid indiscipline, no signal for power trading, perpetualoperational &
commercial disputes, poor supply quality and hence,overall economy was lost.
5.0 The introduction of ABT was recommended by Government of India (GoI) appointed ECC
(Energy Conservation and Commercialisation) Inc. Consultant in itscomprehensive report
on Bulk Power Generation and Transmission Tariff in February - 1994. It was also
supported by NTF (National Task Force) & RTF (Regional Task Force) recommendations
from 1995-98. In line with these recommendations, CERC introduced multi-part tariff
through implementation of ABT Mechanism w.e.f 04th January, 2000 at inter-State level.
6.0 The ABT Mechanism comprising of 15-minute scheduling, despatch, metering,

accounting and settlement along with deviation accounts at the ISTS level was
implemented in different regions in a phased manner from 2002-2003. Under the ABT
mechanism, a coordinated multi-lateral scheduling model has been adopted.Electricity
Act, 2003 mandated open access in inter-state transmission which was introduced in
May, 2004 and a beginning was made with Bilateral transactions with 15-minute trading
in power and settlement. Subsequently, in 2008, Collective transactions through the
Power Exchanges were also introduced with hourly bidding, clearing and settlement of
trades (energy only). Subsequently w.e.f. 1st April 2012, the Power Exchanges also
moved to a 15-minute price discovery in the Day Ahead Market (DAM). This shift aligned
the Power Exchange markets with scheduling, despatch & settlement practice in India.
7.0 In recent developments, Ancillary Services were launched in April, 2016 to address the
need for ‘fast’ / ‘quick’ response from generators (16 – 30 minutes). The amendments in
Indian Electricity Grid Code(IEGC) in April, 2017mandated primary response (within
seconds).CERC has also laid down roadmap for Automatic Generation Control (AGC)
(seconds to few minutes) for enabling Secondary Reserves on a regional basis in
October, 2015. An AGC pilot project is being implemented in northern region (NTPC
Dadri - II TPS) and is expected to be operational in the next 3 months.
8.0 Imperatives for moving to ‘Fast Markets’
a. Learning from implementation of Ancillary Services in India

The main requirements for effective ancillary services is quick / fast response &
turnaround time as for majority of the time the despatch is for short durations e.g. hour
boundary changeover. The ancillary services are essential reliability services which are a
costly resource and may be used in limited manner for system reliability. Therefore,
increasing granularity would optimize the cost of ancillary services despatch. At present,
the earliest possible implementation of ancillary services despatch instruction is 16
minutes which is similar to fast tertiary control at best.
b. Re-scheduling of resources
At present, four time –blocks of 15-minutes (total 60 min) is provided for re-scheduling of
resources. With the advent of new technologies andfast responding resources i.e. Smart
Grids, Storage, Demand Response, Electric Vehicles, there is need for faster despatch to
incentivise the participation of distributed resources, aggregators and neighbouring
markets best able to contribute to system needs. Short despatch intervals and sub-hourly
energy markets provide the economic signalsfor conventional generators and flexible
generators to respond to short term fluctuations inload and variable generation. The
relevant extract is quoted as below:
“…Scheduling rules that restrict generators to hourly movements artificially hobble the
conventional generation fleet, resulting in lost opportunities for those generators and
increased costs for all…” -Milligan and Kirby, Market characteristics for efficient
integration of variable generation in the Western Interconnection, 2010
The suite of day-ahead, intraday, real-time (balancing) and ancillary services markets are
the place where prices optimise the system in the short run, and reveal the value of
electricity (and thus investments in the long run).
c. Increasing RE penetration
Variable generation (VG) technologies such as solar and wind increase the level of
variability and uncertainty in power grid operations; characteristics that are inherent of
electric power systems. Faster markets will allow access to manoeuvring capability of the
conventional generation to respond to fluctuations in load and variable generation.
There may be a need for an additional ancillary service for supplemental ramping or load
following when the generation fleet providing energy can’t respond fast enough. Better
alignment with the timescale of variable RE resources, enables better utilization of wind
and solar forecasts and therefore, lead to reduced wind and solar curtailment.
d. Lowering of Overall System Operating Costs

Short dispatch intervals allow more frequent re-dispatch of the whole systems,
enabling deviations to be dealt with by adjustment of every market participant in the
system as appropriate. Long dispatch intervals mean that deviations in load and variable
generation from the central set point for the interval for be significantly larger,
requiring larger regulation services. The timing of solar and wind variability occurs more
in the sub-hourly to multiple-hour timeframe, not in the minute-to-minute timeframe for
which regulation service (more expensive) is intended. The accuracy of RE forecasts is
significantly higher the closer they get to dispatch. Consequently, the ancillary service
requirements will also be lower Hence, faster dispatch leads to lower overall system
operating costs with/without renewable generation.
e. Ramping requirements
The effects of variability in demand are compounded by the variability of wind
and solar power generation, which increases the volatility of the power system. At
present, in the Indian system, typical ramp up/down of 200 – 250 MW/min for about an
hour is observed during morning and evening peaks. However, when the granularity of
the ramp is analyzed on minute to minute basis, it goes to as high as 600 MW/min for
few minutes. Much of our ramping requirement is taken care through scheduling of fast
acting hydro generation. Therefore, faster markets will introduce flexible ramping
products to help take care of contingencies and improve the short-term operational
flexibility of the electric grid.
f. Recognizing flexibility as a requirement

The electric grid has always been somewhat flexible in order to meet variable electricity
demand in every instant. But increasing variability and ramping requirements introduced
by a cleaner, more modern power system means system flexibility is poised to become
more and more valuable. Many different resources are already available to deliver grid
flexibility on both the short-term operational timeframe and the long-term planning
timeframe. Flexibility can come from physical assets, such as batteries and fast-ramping
natural gas plants, but it can also come from improved operations, such as shorter
dispatch intervals and improved weather forecasting. Shortening dispatch schedules can
allow the grid to respond more rapidly to changes in supply from variable renewables.
Shortening dispatch intervals also creates value for flexible resources that are capable of
responding in near-real-time by ramping up or ramping down easily.
g. Implementation of Primary, Secondary (AGC) and Tertiary Reserves/Control

Currently, tertiary reserves ancillary services have been implemented at the ISTS level
where actions at the power plant happen 16-30 minutes after the same is advised by
NLDC. Secondary regulation services through Automatic Generation Control (AGC) are
soon expected to be introduced with a pilot project for NTPC, Dadri Stage-II project
scheduled to roll out in May 2017. This would necessitate moving to at least 5-minute
settlement for the plants providing secondary regulation through AGC.
9.0 The relevant extracts from the various policy guidelines and regulatory orders are
quoted as below:
a. Report of the Expert Group on 175 GW by 2022, NITI Aayog

Interventions to reduce overall system costs [Section 3.23(ii)]
“Scheduling and Dispatch: Through both practice and theory, it has become evident that
grids that are operated in a manner where scheduling and dispatch are implemented over
short time durations (e.g., as low as five minutes) have significantly lower overall costs to
consumers as the need for ancillary resources decreases.
Currently, in India, scheduling occurs on a day-ahead basis while dispatch occurs on a 15-
minute basis. System operations technologies and protocols need to be updated to enable
five-minute scheduling and dispatch of all resources connected to the grid and automated
incorporation of RE forecasts. It should be noted that accuracy of RE forecasts is
significantly higher the closer they get to dispatch. Consequently, the ancillary service
requirements will also be lower”
b. CERC order dated 24-May-2011 in Suo Motu Petition No. 127/2011
“…..Thereafter matter was discussed in the Central Advisory Committee (CAC) meeting
held on 29th September, 2010 with the agenda “How to make power markets more
efficient”. The CAC recommended for modification in the bidding time block from one
hour to fifteen minutes…..”
c. SAMAST Report, Technical Committee of the Forum of Regulators, 2016
“5.6……The States who are about to implement the intrastate accounting and settlement
system could leapfrog and go for scheduling and settlement at 5-min interval. The
scheduling software and the energy meters specifications could in line with the above. All
the other States and the Regional Pools shall also endeavor to have systems and logistics
for 5-min scheduling and settlement system….”
“Apendix– 6: …….One static type composite meter shall be installed for each EHV circuit,
as a self-contained device for measurement of active energy (MWh) transmittals in each
successive 5 minute block and certain other functions, as described in the following
paragraphs……”
10.0 There is widespread international trend of adoption of faster despatch and

settlement systems in the respective electricity markets. In Australia, “Scheduling and
Despatch” has been decoupled with “Settlement” from 1998. The scheduling and
despatch is at 5-minute interval and settlement at 30 minute interval using average of 5-
minute prices in that interval. In recent development, in late 2016, Australia Energy
Market Commission (AEMC) initiated stakeholder consultations to align both
“scheduling & despatch” and “settlement” to five minute interval.
There are seven regional transmission organizations (RTOs) and independent system
operators (ISOs) that manage parts of the electric grid in the United States. In ISOs like
CAISO, NYISO and SPP, there is five minute despatch and settlement. There are also ISOs
like ISO-NE, MISO and PJM where there is five minute despatch but hourly average
settlement interval. The United States Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) in
September 2016 ruled that all system operators under its jurisdiction must settle energy
in their real-time markets at the same interval that those markets are dispatched (i.e.
five minute settlement).
However, in major European electricity markets like UK product duration requirements

for the Day-Ahead Market (DAM) and the Intra-Day Market (IDM) are typically set at 1
hour, with the exception of the Austrian DAM and the Austrian, German, and Swiss IDMs
that facilitate trading of 15 minute products as well. This has proven to bean advantage
where political circumstances do not facilitate the introduction of a single marketdesign.
They have been popular because they are not mandatory, are relatively inexpensive
toimplement and allow trade in electricity over large geographical areas.The drawback
of this low-resolution approach is that the markets cannot manage networkcongestion,
which then has to be dealt with separately. System operators take re-dispatchingactions
within price zones before gate closure, and this interacts with market
prices.Consequently, low-resolution market design is likely to lead to increasing
inefficiencies as morerenewables are introduced into electricity systems and increase
congestion.
11.0 Issues to be discussed and actions needed for implementation of Fast Markets in
India are as follows:
a. Forecasting (Both Load and Renewables)
b. Scheduling & Despatch
c. Markets
i. 5-minute OTC (bilateral) markets;
ii. Power Exchanges – 5 minute price discovery
d. Deviation Settlement 5-minute prices in DSM
e. Commercial interface metering
f. Settlement system – energy accounting, financial settlement
g. Changes in various CERC/SERC Regulations
h. Gate closure provisions
i. Changes in CEA Metering Standards
j. Replacement of meters
k. Software upgrade at the RLDCs/SLDCs – scheduling, meter data processing,
accounting, settlement
l. Software upgrade at the RPCs
m. Holding workshops, dissemination, stakeholder capacity building
12.0 References
a. AEMC, Five Minute Settlement, directions paper, 11 April 2017,
Sydneyhttp://www.aemc.gov.au/getattachment/fa4b80a5-e212-48a0-98dc-
7478a370ab72/Directions-paper.aspx
b. The Future of Wholesale Electricity Market Design, Brattle Group,
http://www.brattle.com/system/publications/pdfs/000/005/359/original/The_Future
_of_Wholesale_Electricity_Market_Design.pdf?1475081019
c. Melbourne Energy InstituteSubmission to the AEMC Five Minute
Settlementconsultation paper, June
2016http://www.aemc.gov.au/getattachment/1d460acc-dbe2-45ea-bb4e-
1903161d90f1/Melbourne-Energy-Institute.aspx
d. IEA Report on Re-poweringMarkets: Market design and regulationduring the
transition tolow-carbon power
systemshttps://www.iea.org/publications/freepublications/publication/REPOWERING
MARKETS.PDF
e. Grid Flexibility: Methods for Modernizing the Power Grid, Sonia Aggarwal and Robbie
Orvis, March 2016http://energyinnovation.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/Grid-
Flexibility-report.pdf
f. Big, Fast, and Flexible: Grid Operations for Efficient Variable Renewable Integration,
Michael Milligan, NREL
https://cleanenergysolutions.org/sites/default/files/documents/big-fast-flexible-
webinar-final-10oct2016.pdf
g. CE Delft and Microeconomix (2016): Refining Short-Term Electricity Markets to
Enhance Flexibility.Study on behalf of Agora Energiewende.https://www.agora-
energiewende.de/fileadmin/Projekte/2015/Penta_EOM/Agora_Penta_Refined_ST_M
arkets_and_Flexibility.pdf
h. US DoE Solar Energy Technologies Program - The Role of Electricity Markets and
Market Design in Integrating Solar Generationhttps://dx.doi.org/10.2172/1013270

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i. Comment from MSEDCL on Item no. 2 : Working arrangement for transfer of

MSEDCL requested following correction:

ii. Comment from MSEDCL on Item no.3: Observation in RTDA charges to be

MSEDCL requested following correction:

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iii. Comment from MSEDCL on Item no.4: Status of alternate/standby supply

MSEDCL requested to add following statement:–

v. Comment from MSEDCL on Item no.11: MSEDCL duplication of injection and

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vi. Comment from MSEDCL on Item no.27: MPPMCL Scheduling of Un-

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Item no.2: Payment of outstanding charges for wheeling of power through

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Item no.3: Alternate/standby supply arrangement by Indian Railways when source of

Discussions during 76th CCM -

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Discussions during 76th CCM: -

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(i) Need for changeover to 5 minute scheduling.

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Accordingly Committee recommended to form a group (as mentioned earlier) to analyse

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Committee noted as above.

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Discussions during 76th CCM: -

GUVNL representative requested WRLDC to provide estimated cost of transmission

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Committee accepted the suggestion of writing a letter to NLDC / standing committee.

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Committee noted as above.

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Committee noted as above.

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Item no.10: Declaration of Transmission elements into commercial operation by ISTS

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iii) 315 MVA, 400/220kV ICT # I and ICT # II

iv) 125 MVAR, 420kV Bus Reactor along with

Committee noted as above.

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Committee noted the above.

Item no.12: Demo of 5-min meter

Wh comparison - Main and Check (Elster)

RMSE ERROR – 0.013 Wh

Main meter Wh Avg. WH (load survey report)

Freq. comparison - Main and Check (Elster)

Main meter freq. Avg. freq. (load survey report)

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Main Meter (NP-8607 A) Check meter Average values (15 min)

Freq. comparison- Main and Check (Secure)

Main Meter (NP-8627 A) Check meter Average values (15 min)