PANAJI
The Congress on Sunday asked the BJP government to clarify its stand on the proposed entry of Tata Power into Goa’s electricity distribution sector.
Congress leader Amarnath Panjikar said in a statement that the issue had moved beyond a policy debate and now involved public trust.
He questioned the need for Tata Power’s expansion into Goa, pointing to reports that the company had withdrawn its power distribution licence application in Karnataka after facing opposition.
“What makes Goa so special? Is this proposal in the public interest, or are there other reasons the government is not willing to disclose?” he asked.
Panjikar said electricity is an essential public service and should not be treated as a commodity driven by political or corporate interests.
He demanded that the Chief Minister make public all files, correspondence and proposals related to Tata Power’s entry into Goa’s power distribution sector, and explain the government’s role in the process.
He also called for an independent inquiry, saying transparency would remove public doubts if there was nothing to hide.
Panjikar said Goa’s public utilities belong to its people, and the Congress would continue to oppose any move it felt was against the state’s interests, while holding the government accountable.
