Discoms outstanding dues decline 82 pc in over 2 years to Rs 24k cr
Power distribution companies' legacy dues have drastically decreased by 82% to ₹24,684 crore since June 2022. Thirteen states initially reported ₹1,39,947 crore in arrears, which were restructured into EMIs. Discoms have paid ₹1,15,263 crore, and the government plans to add 80,000 MW of thermal capacity by 2031-32.