The aim of the Power for All initiative launched by the Government o India is to provide 24x7 power to the entire country by 2019. This study, assigned by Karnataka Electricity Regulatory Commission (KERC), focuses on identifying key implementable strategies for the state to achieve the objectives stated under the initiative. The study also elucidates the current power supply scenario including estimates for future energy demand. A status analysis of 24x7 power supply along the dimensions of accessibility, adequacy, affordability, availability and reliability along with future plans for generation capacity and any foreseeable shortfalls (till Financial Year 2020) is also included. An enhancement of transmission capacity, renewable energy and energy efficiency is discussed in detail. The report also provides areas of focus for Karnataka to enable it to fulfil the objectives of the initiative.
