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.
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• Monitoring of system parameters and system security.
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• Daily scheduling and operational planning.
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• Facilitating bilateral and inter-regional exchanges of power.
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• Analysis of tripping/disturbances and facilitating immediate remedial measures.
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• System studies,planning and contingency analysis.
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• Augmentation of telemetry, computing and communication facilities.
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• Computation of energy despatch and drawal values using SEMs.
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