Question : SETTING UP OF GAS BASED POWER PROJECTS



(a) whether the Government proposes to set up gas-based power projects in the country;

(b) if so, the details thereof along with the details of the estimated cost, production capacity and location of the projects; and

(c) the details of the financial allocation made for the purpose during the current year and also for the 12th Five Year Plan period?

Answer given by the minister


THE MINISTER OF STATE (INDEPENDENT CHARGE) OF THE MINISTRY OF POWER ( SHRI JYOTIRADITYA M. SCINDIA )

(a) : No, Madam. Government of India does not set up power plants.

(b) & (c) : In view of (a) above does not arise.