Transmission Infrastructure

• System Operation:
• The transmission system can be structured into:
• National Control Centre
• Supplementary National Control Centre
• Regional Control Centres
• Facilitates efficient power transmission through interconnections and coordination.

Investment in the National Grid

• Regulations and Approval: Investments need Commission approval and can be done by:
• Successor Transmission Licensee: For expanding or upgrading technology in existing infrastructure.
• Non-Licensee: Based on project agreements with the transmission licensee.
• Long-term Concessions: The Commission can approve:
• Long-term concessions of old/new transmission lines.
• Commercial arrangements for network expansion.
• Project financing by private investors to build, own, and maintain parts of the transmission network.

Investment Fairness

• Fair Spread of Investments: Ensures investments are fairly distributed, maintaining economic viability for licensees and non-licensees.

Supervision and Dispute Resolution

• Stability and Efficiency:The Commission supervises and directs the national grid to ensure stability and efficient operations.
• Dispute Resolution: Disputes related to electricity quality or grid operation are referred to the Federal High Court. Pending the court's decision, the Commission's directions must be followed.

Public-Private Partnerships

• PPP Arrangements: Federal or State Governments can enter into partnerships with private companies for grid investments, in line with section 109 and relevant infrastructure concession frameworks.