NRLDC is the apex body to ensure integrated operation of the power system in the Northern Region.

The main responsibilities of NRLDC are:

• To ensure the integrated operation of the power system in the Northern Region.


• Monitoring of system parameters and system security.


• Daily scheduling and operational planning.


• Facilitating bilateral and inter-regional exchanges of power.


• Analysis of tripping/disturbances and facilitating immediate remedial measures.


• System studies,planning and contingency analysis.


• Augmentation of telemetry, computing and communication facilities.


• Computation of energy despatch and drawal values using SEMs.