Due to the surge in power demand and subsequent load-shedding, the Central Electricity Regulatory Commission on August 15 also directed all power distribution companies to promptly requisition their power needs to the generating companies
The reverse trend, where domestic coal based power plants are using more imported coal than ICB plants, is due to a government policy aimed at ensuring continuous electricity generation to meet the rising demand.
The Board of Directors of Gujarat Industries Power Company Ltd, have considered / approved the procurement of Imported Coal for 500 MW Surat Lignite Power Plant.