The Central Government's financial debt restructuring plan for state distribution companies (discoms) is a well thought-out scheme. The restructuring plan takes into account the fiscal consolidation roadmap suggested by the Thirteenth Finance Commission (TFC) and exerts minimal stress on states' fiscal profiles, writes Devendra Kumar Pant.
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Minimal stress on states’ fiscal consolidation path
The Central Government's financial debt restructuring plan for state distribution companies (discoms) is a well thought-out scheme. The restructuring plan takes into account the fiscal consolidation roadmap suggested by the Thirteenth Finance Commission (TFC) and exerts minimal stress on states' fiscal profiles, writes Devendra Kumar Pant.
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Minimal stress on states’ fiscal consolidation path
The Central Government's financial debt restructuring plan for state distribution companies (discoms) is a well thought-out scheme. The restructuring plan takes into account the fiscal consolidation roadmap suggested by the Thirteenth Finance Commission (TFC) and exerts minimal stress on states' fiscal profiles, writes Devendra Kumar Pant.
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Policy for shipbuilding sector
In order to make Indian shipbuilding yards competitive in the domestic and export markets in the 12th Plan period, the Central government plans to unveil a new policy. The policy is expected to focus on a strong ship repair industry, world class research
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The challenge is to augment capacity utilisation
Capacity additions in Kerala are needed only if the existing non-major port facilities are fully used, Capt Hari Achutha Varrier, Deputy Director–Ports, Kerala. We are planning to develop non-major ports in Kerala on public-private partnership (PPP),
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Coal block allocation
In order to clarify doubts raised on allocation of coal blocks to private companies for captive use during 2004-2009, Coal Ministry said these blocks were allocated to promote development of infrastructure.
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Govt keen on PPP in irrigation
The Central Government is contemplating roping in private companies to accelerate construction of irrigation networks like canals and dams across the country.
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Karnataka maritime board
Karnataka Minister for Ports Krishna Palemar has said that the state government is planning to establish a maritime board for developing the sector.
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Pvt cos contribute 84% to power capacity addition
Projects funded by the private sector added 5,122 MW of more capacity in 2010-11, about 84 per cent of the target set by the commission, while power projects run by the Central government added only half of the targeted capacity.
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STP boost to IT industry
The Central government is likely to extend several incentives for Information Technology sector in the country.