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Former Kerala minister attributes power tariff hike to UDF mismanagement
Ex-minister K. Krishnankutty has criticized the UDF government's handling of power sector finances, claiming mismanagement led to the recent electricity tariff increase in Kerala. He has called for clarity on the methodology used to calculate distribution losses.
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Former minister K. Krishnankutty has attributed Kerala's recent power tariff hike to what he describes as mismanagement by the incumbent UDF-led government. Krishnankutty raised concerns about the basis used for calculating losses in the power distribution sector, suggesting the calculations warrant closer scrutiny.
The former minister's criticism centers on the financial practices of the state's power distribution utilities and the justifications provided for the tariff revision. He contends that improper management of resources has contributed to the need for increased consumer charges.
Krishnankutty's remarks add to the ongoing political debate surrounding Kerala's power sector finances. The state has grappled with questions about distribution losses and the financial viability of its electricity distribution companies, which have been key factors cited by authorities when justifying tariff adjustments.
The demand for transparency in loss calculation methodology reflects broader concerns about accountability in utility management. Consumer groups and political parties have increasingly scrutinized the data used to justify rate increases, seeking clearer explanations of how distribution losses are determined and verified.