Cancel energy, energy agreements made during the AL era: National Energy Committee

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October 26, 2024, 3:10 PM

Last modified: October 26, 2024, 3:56 PM

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Highlights:

It urged cancellation of the Rampal project
It demanded to stop import of power from Adani Group
Experts say gas should be extracted based on capacity
The country can save Tk40,000cr if transparency can be ensured

The National Committee for the Protection of Oil, Gas, Minerals, Energy and Ports has demanded the cancellation of all power and energy deals signed during the rule of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and asked that potential contracts be reviewed.

In addition, the committee has demanded exemplary punishment for the irregularities committed in the energy sector.

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The committee placed the demands today (October 26) during a views exchange meeting at the Dhaka Reporters Unity Auditorium.

The committee demanded the cancellation of the Rampal project, citing its environmental impact.

The National Committee for the Protection of Oil, Gas, Minerals, Energy and Ports during an exchange meeting at the Dhaka Reporters Unity Auditorium in Dhaka on Saturday, October 26, 2024. Photo: Collected

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It also asked the government to stop importing power from the Adani Group.

They also demanded a reduction in oil and gas prices in the country.

Anu Muhammad, member secretary of the committee, said: “Full ownership of our resources must be secured. Gas must be extracted in accordance with our national capacity.”

Dr. Shamsul Alam, an energy expert, said: “If transparency in coal imports is ensured, the country can save Rs 6,000 crore per year.

“Also, Rs 40,000 crore can be saved in the power sector,” Shamsul added.