Section 5(5)(G) in Orissa Electricity Regulatory Commission (Terms and Conditions for Determination of Tariff) Regulation, 2004
(G)Depreciation - For the purpose of tariff determination the rate of depreciation will be linked to the useful life of the asset, calculated on straight line method. However, a higher rate of depreciation may be permitted by the Commission, in case of inadequacy of cash for debt repayment. The Commission may also consider allowing advance against depreciation subject to the following constraints -