The Karnataka Electricity Regulatory Commission (KERC) has extended the Discounted Energy Rate Scheme (DERS) to open access consumers. A reduced tariff will apply to consumers under DERS. With open access consumers coming under DERS’ ambit, the reduced tariff will apply to consumers across all categories. The DERS, which will be in force until the financial year (FY) 2028, allows consumers to avail electricity at reduced tariffs based on seasonal variations in power consumption within a financial year, during monsoon/off-season from July to December.
