Power plants affiliated to India’s Adani Group have significantly reduced power supply to Bangladesh. After the reduction in the electricity supplied by Adani Group to Bangladesh, the electricity supplied to Bangladesh is now 700 MW.
In a statement, Adani Group said that the main reason for the shortfall in power supply to Bangladesh is that dues are high and the payment by Bangladesh is not being increased. Bangladesh has to pay Adani Group 846 million dollars.
Bangladesh newspaper The Daily Star reported on Friday that Adani Power Jharkhand Limited, a subsidiary of the Adani Group, has cut 50 percent of the electricity it supplies to Bangladesh.
Bangladesh is now facing a shortfall of 1600 MW after the Adani Group cut power supply. The Indian utility has shut down a unit of its 1496 MW power generation facility.
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Adani Power had sent a letter to the Bangladesh Power Development Board on October 27 demanding payment of dues and also saying that power supply would be cut from October 30 if the dues were not paid. .
India’s relations with Bangladesh have been strained ever since the overthrow of Sheikh Hasina Wajid’s government on August 5 as a result of the two-month-long student movement. Sheikh Hasina has taken refuge in India. Bangladesh’s interim government wants Sheikh Hasina’s extradition so that she can be tried at the Serious Crimes Tribunal.
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**Interview with Dr. Anika Rahman, Energy Policy Expert**
**Host:** Welcome, Dr. Rahman. Thank you for joining us today.
**Dr. Rahman:** Thank you for having me.
**Host:** Recently, it has been reported that Adani Power has significantly reduced its electricity supply to Bangladesh, causing the Bangladeshi government to increase payments to them. Can you explain the implications of this situation for Bangladesh’s energy sector?
**Dr. Rahman:** Absolutely. The reduction in power supply from Adani Power is concerning for Bangladesh, especially given our growing energy needs. Adani’s 1600 megawatt coal-fired plant has been a crucial source of electricity for us, and any decrease puts pressure on our existing infrastructure. This could lead to increased power shortages and affect both residential and industrial consumers.
**Host:** That sounds troubling. Why do you think Adani Power has reduced its supply?
**Dr. Rahman:** There could be several reasons behind this decision, including operational challenges at their plants, financial issues, or even geopolitical factors. It’s important for the Bangladeshi government to understand these underlying issues, as they will need to reassess their energy import strategy moving forward.
**Host:** Given this scenario, what measures should the Bangladeshi government consider to mitigate the impact?
**Dr. Rahman:** The government should prioritize diversifying its energy sources. This includes investing in renewable energy sectors such as solar and wind, which have been underutilized in Bangladesh. Additionally, they might consider developing local power generation capabilities to lessen reliance on foreign entities like Adani.
**Host:** And what about public infrastructure? Is it ready to handle fluctuations in electricity supply?
**Dr. Rahman:** Unfortunately, no. Our energy infrastructure has been under strain for years. Without significant investment and upgrades, we may continue to see blackouts and supply interruptions, especially during peak demand seasons.
**Host:** Thank you, Dr. Rahman. It seems like a complex challenge with significant implications for both the energy sector and the broader economy in Bangladesh.
**Dr. Rahman:** Indeed, it is. It will require concerted efforts from policymakers and stakeholders to navigate these challenges effectively.
**Host:** Thank you for your insights, Dr. Rahman. We appreciate your time.
**Dr. Rahman:** Thank you for having me.
