Andhra HC directs discoms to clear dues owed to green power companies

BENGALURU: The Andhra Pradesh high court has directed the state’s power distribution companies to clear all dues owed to renewable energy developers, which oppose the government’s plan to renegotiate wind and solar energy tariffs.

The court’s ruling came after the discoms said they are committed to paying the dues and are seeking loans.

“Payment of dues may be continued and the money due may be released periodically,” the court said in an order dated December 20, which ET reviewed. “The full amount may be paid within the next four weeks.”

Although the court had directed payment of the dues a couple of months ago, only a small portion was cleared. The court ordered the discoms to stick to their commitment.