Delhi power minister raises alarm: Some plants have coal to last just one day
A statement from the government Thursday had pointed to disruption of power supply from Dadri-II and Unchahar power stations that could lead to a problem in 24-hour power supply to essential institutions, including the Delhi Metro and hospitals. Delhi Power Minister Satyendar Jain reiterated on Friday that there is a shortage of coal at some […]Read More
Power crisis: List of trains Centre cancelled to make way for coal wagons
As many as 657 passenger train services were cancelled to allow for faster movement of coal carriages. Here’s the full list With several parts of the country grappling with electricity shortage–owing to low coal stocks at thermal plants and an increase in power demand because of sweltering heat–the Central government has decided to cancel as many […]Read More
Mann urges Centre for 24X7 power during paddy season
Mann, who called on the minister in Delhi at his office, also apprised him about the power requirements of the state in the wake of the paddy season. Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Monday impressed upon Union Power Minister R K Singh to ensure uninterrupted electricity supply to the state during the upcoming paddy […]Read More