Priority to Thar Coal13 Jul 2020 23:15
The PPIB has also suggested that since the commercial operation date of the 1,320MW Oracle Power Project, being a CPEC priority project, was 2027 and 2030 in two phases of 660MW each, it should be reconsidered keeping in view the latest demand-supply situation and other parameters.
This IMO means PPIB want the Oracle Power project completed earlier, this ties in with completion 2023. Further to the above paragraph the PPIB state:
Priority to Thar coal
It has also recommended that projects based on Thar coal be given priority due to the cost reduction aspect while considering candidature system of project selection as these plants would not only produce cheaper electricity but also reduce the overall fuel import bill. This will be a step towards self-reliance and sustainable development.
This is all very positive. PPIB want and need Thar to succeed with the continued support and financial backing of CPEC.
GLA