India's Renewable Energy Industry Opposes Connectivity Revocation Over PPA Delays

India's renewable energy groups have opposed a Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC) proposal to revoke interstate transmission connectivity if long-term power purchase agreements (PPAs) remain unsigned beyond 12 months. Industry representatives argue that delays often result from factors beyond their control, such as slow tariff approvals and equipment import timelines. They caution that auctioning vacated connectivity could increase tariffs and favor financially stronger players. India aims to add 500 GW of non-fossil capacity by 2030, but transmission constraints and project delays pose challenges.