Analytical search of problems and prospects of power sector through Delphi study: Power Sector reforms in Madhya Pradesh

Abstract

This study attempts to review and analyze the critical issues that afflict the power sector of Madhya Pradesh, a developing State in India, For this purpose a Delphi study, contacting experts in the field was conducted. This Study illustrates the process followed for the Conduct of Delphi survey and evaluates the responses obtained. Consensus among experts could be arrived at on various issues related to Madhya Pradesh power sector in two rounds of Delphi survey. The expert-opinion concluded on various issues is discussed in the context of the present energy shortage faced by the State. The experts participated in the Delphi survey unanimously stressed on urgent need for an integrated approach in the power sector planning process of the State. They also emphasized on the imperativeness for exploiting the demand side management potential of the State to alleviate energy crisis in future. The study fetched informative and revealing results, which may aid to formulate and review future planning strategies for the expansion of power sector of the State.

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