Further, the central government has also directed the Western Coal Fields (WCL) Ltd to supply additional quantum of 1 million tonne of coal to AP, which is beneficial to bring up the coal stock position for comfortable operation of the thermal plants, said a press release issued by the state Energy Department.
Appreciating the efforts of Andhra government in implementation of the 'Power For All' (24X7) programme, the Power Ministry, in a high level review meeting held today at New Delhi, has declared various sops to AP, which will immensely benefit the state and stakeholders, it added.