DISCOM विलंबित भुगतान और NPL जोखिम (DISCOM Payment Delays & Non-Payment Loss)
Definition
DISCOM payment failures are systemic in India. While contracts specify 30-day payment terms with 2% p.a. surcharge for delays[1], state DISCOMs routinely delay 60-180 days. Under Ind AS 115, revenue must be recognized when control transfers (upon delivery), but ECL provisions must account for DISCOM default risk[1]. This creates: (a) revenue recognized but cash not collected for 3-6 months, (b) surcharge amounts billed but not recovered, (c) ECL provision required, reducing reported profits.
Key Findings
- Financial Impact: Logic-based estimate: ₹20-80 lakhs annually per 100 MW project. Assumed ₹5 crore annual PPA revenue, 90-day average cash cycle vs. 30-day contracted term = 60 days excess float × ₹1.4 crore average receivables balance × 8% cost of capital ≈ ₹33 lakhs. Plus ECL provision (1-5% of DISCOM receivables = ₹5-25 lakhs). Total: ₹38-58 lakhs/year.
- Frequency: Continuous (monthly invoices affected by 60-90 day delays)
- Root Cause: DISCOM credit risk and systemic payment delays. Regulatory framework allows 30-day terms but enforcement is weak. Ind AS 115 ECL requirements force additional provisioning.
Why This Matters
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Affected Stakeholders
Treasury/Cash Management, Accounts Receivable, Credit Risk Assessment, CFO/Finance Planning
Action Plan
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Methodology & Sources
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