Karnataka government has instructed electricity supply companies to object to Tata Power's entry into the state's power distribution business. Chief Minister DK Shivakumar stated the government opposes private sector involvement in distribution, blaming the previous BJP regime for policy changes. Tata Power has applied for five licenses, excluding Bengaluru, and escoms will inform the regulator of the government's non-concurrence.

Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar assures against power distribution privatization, addressing employee concerns and reaffirming support for the Energy Department.

Karnataka government has instructed electricity supply companies to object to Tata Power's entry into the state's power distribution business. Chief Minister DK Shivakumar stated…

Karnataka government requests Escoms to submit objections against Tata Power's parallel power distribution application to KERC.