Power ministry seeks coal cess waiver for FGD power plants
“The power ministry has proposed to the ministry of finance that they might consider exempting the cess on the power plants that are in compliance with the FGD (Flue-gas desulfurisation) norms. If FGD norms are complied, the power cost will go up by 35 paisa. FGD should not be penalising power companies, distribution companies or the consumers,” a senior government official said.