R&M is not a substitute for regular Operation and Maintenance (O&M) of the plant. There is a need to improve the O&M practices and carry out regular O&M as per schedules to sustain the improvement obtained through R&M. It should be ensured by the SEBs/Power Utilities that adequate and timely O&M funds are made available to the power stations.
Ministry of Power in January 2004 issued a comprehensive guidelines for undertaking R&M and LE works in respect of thermal power plants for timely implementation of the entire R&M/LE works identified for completion during 10th Plan period. A copy of the guidelines is given as Annexure-IX.