Merits of gas-based power

India’s power sector has embarked on a high growth trajectory, particularly in the last five years. The capacity addition during the 11th Five Year Plan has been in excess of 55,000 MW, more than double of the performance of the 10th Plan. In spite of such impressive growth, the demand for electricity outstrips supply in most parts of the country. Also, shortage of fuel, in particular coal, is not helping matters, as several generation plants are running well below capacity, while questions are being raised about new ones in the absence of firm coal linkages.

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