To evolve general policies and programmes as well as perspective planning on development of electricity in the state and ensure implementation of the same through various power utilities in public and private sectors.

To exercise control over the generation, distribution and utilisation of electricity in the state for the general well-being of the people.

Administration of the Indian Electricity Act 1910 and the Electricity (Supply) Act,1948 and Rules & Regulations in the state thro' the Electricity Directorate and WBSEB. Also, processing and enactment of appropriate state legislation on power policy as may be required from time to time.

Monitoring and co-ordination of the activities of various power utilities in the state to ensure cohesive growth and resolving the conflicts/disputes among them, if any.

Overseeing and providing requisite inputs towards acceleration of the implementation of power projects and processing investment decisions and loan agreements therefor.

Liaison with Ministry of Power, Govt. of India, Central Electricity Authority, REC and other concerned depts. of Union and State Govts.

Matters relating to fixation of Electricity Tariffs and Fuel Surcharge.

Matters pertaining to Rural Electrification Programme and Rural Electric Co-operative Societies.

Matters rating to Energy Management, Energy Audit, Conservation of Energy, Pilferage/loss of energy, Pollution Control measures, Renovation & Modernisation of power plants.

Issues pertaining licensees.