Shri Ramesh Babu V. Appointed as Member of Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC)
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | Shri Ramesh Babu V. took oath as Member of CERC on May 21, 2024. |
| Administered by | Union Minister for Power and New & Renewable Energy, Shri R. K. Singh. |
| Educational Background | M.Tech. in Thermal Engineering, B.Tech. in Mechanical Engineering. |
| Previous Role | Director (Operations) at NTPC from May 2020 until retirement. |
| CERC Establishment | Established under the Electricity Regulatory Commissions Act, 1998. |
| Governing Act | Electricity Act, 2003. |
| Commission Composition | Chairperson and three Members; Chairperson of Central Electricity Authority as ex-officio Member. |
| Key Functions | Regulating tariffs, inter-state transmission, issuing licenses, adjudicating disputes, advising on national policies, promoting competition, efficiency, economy, and investment in the power sector. |