CM warns Energy department officials of action, including suspensions, if power interruptions are reported
Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy has threatened to suspend energy department officials if power interruptions continue to affect farmers. He emphasized the critical nature of the next 20 days for agriculture and demanded better management of coal supplies.
Why it matters
It reflects the political pressure on state governments to maintain essential infrastructure for the agricultural sector during climate-sensitive periods.
Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy expressed his utter displeasure over the power interruptions in parts of the State putting farmers to inconvenience.
The Chief Minister made no secret of his anger over the reports of power interruptions in different parts of the State at a review meeting with senior officials on Wednesday. “Instructions have been issued several times to ensure there are no problems in power supply. The situation has however not improved,” he said. He questioned officials as to why steps were not taken to enhance power generation when there was scope for shortfall. More so, when there was adequate coal supply from Naini, Mahanadi and other blocks.
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