MoP issues notice to pithead generating stations

The MoP has issued a notice directing all pithead generating stations to maximise electricity production owing to the increase in power demand expected in the next few months till the monsoons. Consequently, coal and rake supply is to be maximised immediately for the meeting needs of the current year. All pithead plants will be given priority in coal and rake allotment for achieving full plant load factor irrespective of their fuel supply agreement/annual contracted quantity.