NEW DELHI: The government is keeping a close watch on the tendering of the Rs 55,000-crore emission control equipment by the thermal power sector that has placed large orders on Chinese companies in the past.
Most private and various state power companies are in discussions with Chinese companies for the emission control gear. Power utilities of states like Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, Haryana, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka and Maharashtra have sought global bidders for procurement against the Centre’s public procurement norms, sources said.
Chinese emission control equipment is 20% cheaper than domestic gears.
