The Indian renewable energy ministry has formally requested the Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC) to delay the implementation of stricter grid supply rules for wind and solar energy producers. These proposed regulations, part of the Deviation Settlement Mechanism, aim to reduce the allowable gap between committed and actual electricity generation. The ministry argues that unpredictable weather conditions lead to forecasting errors, making penalties for deviations unreasonable. It warns that such penalties could deter investment, particularly affecting small and medium-sized firms. The ministry recommends consulting stakeholders and suggests that future projects should include clean energy storage solutions instead of imposing strict penalties. India aims to double its non-fossil-based power capacity to 500 gigawatts by 2030, making the success of its renewable energy sector crucial.