Will remove bottlenecks in power projects: Moily

July 31, 2012 20:46

"Cannot start with blame game on states. We will have to keep in touch with the development of the country," said Veerappa Moily, who was given charge of the power ministry at the at a time when the sector is currently battling a major electricity crisis.

He said he will speak to his predecessor Sushilkumar Shinde and take stock of the current situation."It is a very difficult and challenging situation, will have to take stock of it, will always fulfill the responsibilities given to me and will give full attention to power portfolio," Moily said.

"Will speak to Shinde about the current situation and will also meet with the Prime Minister and concerned people on the matter," he said adding that he will have to be fully ceased of the matter before commenting on the current situation.

"Power is a very challenging sector and I always believe in reforms...will remove bottlenecks in implementing projects in sector," Moily said.

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