COVID-19: Power ministry asks state authorities to ensure smooth movement of raw materials for power supply

The power ministry has asked state level authorities to ensure no restrictions are imposed on production and movement of critical materials including coal, chemicals and gases required for power generation.

The ministry wrote a letter to all state power officials, police, district magistrates and urban local bodies. It comes in the wake of the extension of nationwide lockdown till 3 May due to the coronavirus outbreak. As electricity is an essential service, the ministry has said smooth supply of the raw materials required for the functioning of power plants must be ensured.

“For generation of power, supply chain of coal needs to be maintained continuously. In addition to coal there are other critical inputs like chemicals including acids, caustic soda, gases etc, as well as other consumable items,” the ministry said.

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