The Delhi government has called for applications for the positions of chairperson and two members of the Delhi Electricity Regulatory Commission (DERC), the statutory body overseeing the capital's power sector.
According to a notice issued by the power department, eligible candidates can submit their applications by July 3. The selected chairperson and members will serve a term of five years or until they reach the age of 65, whichever comes first.
The notice specifies that candidates should be "persons of ability, integrity and standing, with adequate knowledge of and experience in fields such as engineering, finance, commerce, economics, law or management."
DERC comprises a chairperson and two members, as mandated under the Electricity Act, 2003.
Justice Shabihul Hasnain served as chairperson from July 2021 to January 2023. Justice Jayant Nath acted as pro-tem (interim) chairperson from August 2023 to March 2025, followed by Justice Umesh Kumar, a former Allahabad High Court judge, who led the commission from March 2025 to July 2025. Effectively, the statutory body has been functioning without a full-time chief for nearly a year. Surender Babbar and Ram Naresh Singh, the two members serving in DERC since September 26, 2024, are currently operating in a pro-tem capacity.
DERC plays a crucial role in regulating the generation, transmission, distribution, and supply of electricity in Delhi.
