Arun Kumar Gupta Appointed Chairman of Haryana Electricity Regulatory Commission

Arun Kumar Gupta was appointed Chairman of the Haryana Electricity Regulatory Commission by the Energy Department, issuing the formal appointment order under Sections 82 and 89 of the Electricity Act, 2003. The appointment places Gupta, a retired IAS officer, in a five-year tenure, or until he reaches the age of 65 years. This appointment occurs amidst significant debate over a proposal by the HERC to grant a parallel electricity distribution licence to a private entity in Gurugram and Nuh for 25 years.

The leadership change at the Haryana Electricity Regulatory Commission occurs during a period of intense discussion regarding the state's power sector. The HERC's decision to grant a parallel electricity distribution licence to a private entity has already triggered considerable debate and objections from various parties.