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MNRE Establishes 3-Member Committee for Dispute Resolution in RE Sector

The DRC's jurisdiction extends to all renewable energy schemes, programs, and projects implemented through REIAs.

January 03, 2024. By Abha Rustagi

In a bid to address unforeseen disputes within the renewable energy sector, the Ministry of New & Renewable Energy (MNRE) has announced the formation of a three-member committee.

Comprising retired IAS officers Rajesh Bhushan, M.F. Farooqui, and Kumar Alok, the committee aims to facilitate resolutions between solar and wind power developers, EPC contractors, and Renewable Energy Implementing Agencies (REIAs) like NTPC, SECI, SJVN, and others.

The dispute resolution mechanism, known as the Dispute Resolution Committee (DRC), was introduced as part of the revised dispute settlement mechanism announced by the Ministry in June 2023.

The upper age limit for DRC members is set at 70 years, and the committee members are chosen from Delhi-NCR to avoid additional expenses related to air travel and accommodation.

The DRC's jurisdiction extends to all renewable energy schemes, programs, and projects implemented through REIAs. Additionally, it covers contractual agreements between REIAs and EPC contractors executing renewable energy projects owned by a REIA. However, this is contingent on the REIA committing to abide by the decisions arising from this mechanism.

This initiative is expected to streamline dispute resolution processes, promoting fairness and efficiency in the renewable energy sector, and ensuring the smooth execution of projects under REIAs.

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