Tata Power Seeks Karnataka Distribution License Amid Employee Union Opposition
Tata Power Company Limited has applied to the Karnataka Electricity Regulatory Commission for a power distribution license covering areas served by five state-run utilities, including Bescom in Bengaluru. If approved, this would introduce private participation and consumer choice in these regions. Tata Power plans to serve over 1.86 lakh consumers within three years and cites its success in reducing losses elsewhere. While power experts support the move for fostering competition and investment, employee unions affiliated with Karnataka Power Transmission Corporation Limited have threatened to strike, expressing concerns over the impact on public utilities and cross-subsidy models.