The Ministry of Power has asserted that government-owned distribution companies (DISCOM) will continue to operate alongside private licensees in a regulated, level-playing environment, while referring to the Electricity (Amendment) Bill, 2025. It said the proposed reforms will be implemented in consultation with the states and will preserve the federal balance. “The Bill is a progressive reform aimed at strengthening the power distribution sector through financial discipline, healthy competition, and enhanced efficiency,” the Ministry said. It stated that the Bill promotes healthy competition between government DISCOMs and private licensees under the supervision of the state electricity regulatory commissions.