Due to suspension of operations, all new and partly- heard hearings have got delayed. Also impacted are cases where hearings have been completed and ‘orders reserved’. The order mandated that the next vacancy in state commissions be filled up by a person with judicial background.The power ministry had in April 2019 and October 2019 advertised job vacancy for member-law in CERC. However, the selection committee could not find candidates suitable to fill up the position and the process was shelved.The power ministry has re-issued the job vacancy circular for member-law in CERC on August 1. The process normally takes a minimum 3-4 months.

Source: Economic Times September 14, 2020 13:37 UTC