A.P. Electricity Regulatory ... vs M/S. R.V.K. Energy Pvt. Ltd. & Anr

The Supreme Court interpreted the provisions of the Andhra Pradesh Electricity Reforms Act, 1998, in relation to the orders of the Andhra Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission. The Court held that the establishment of mini power plants (MPPs) under G.O. No.116 and G.O. No.152 was valid, emphasizing the need for regulatory compliance in power generation and distribution. The judgment affirmed the state's policy to liberalize the power sector and attract investment, while ensuring that the pricing and supply of electricity adhered to the statutory framework established by the 1998 Act and the Electricity (Supply) Act, 1948.