Question : UTILIZATION OF FLY ASH



(a) whether the Delhi High Court has directed the State Electricity Boards in regard to proper utilization of fly ash in various types of construction activities;

(b) if so, the details thereof;

(c) whether it has come to the notice of Union Government that SEBs are not implementing the court directives; and

(d) if so, the corrective steps taken by the government in this regard?

Answer given by the minister

THE MINISTER OF POWER ( SHRI P.M. SAYEED )

(a) : The Hon`ble High Court of Delhi has directed all Thermal Power Stations run either by the State Electricity Boards or Public Utilities or Private Utilities regarding utilization of fly ash.

(b) : The Hon`ble High Court of Delhi vide its orders dated the 5th August, 2004, has, inter-alia, directed that all thermal power stations should take all necessary steps to facilitate use of fly ash bricks which includes collection facilities, tying up with cement units, storage facilities etc., and promotional measures. There must be a time bound commitment for the same.

(c) : No, Sir.

(d) : Does not arise.