The Congress has opposed moves towards privatisation of the electricity system in Gurugram and Nuh in Haryana, with party rural district president Vardhan Yadav questioning the state BJP government's rationale for the proposed move and calling for greater transparency on its implications for public assets and consumers.
Yadav questioned why the government was moving towards privatisation if electricity corporations were heading towards profitability. He sought clarity on the objectives of the decision, its potential benefits for consumers and the advantages it could offer private companies.
Yadav said decisions concerning essential public services such as electricity should prioritise the interests of ordinary citizens. He called on the government to publicly explain the reasons for the proposed privatisation and clarify how the change could affect electricity supply, consumer expenditure and the existing system.
He also sought details on how the proposed arrangement would improve service quality and what measures would be taken to safeguard consumer interests.
Yadav alleged that the BJP's economic policies, from the central government to Haryana, had consistently promoted the privatisation of public assets. He said decisions involving assets built through public resources and people's efforts should be taken with transparency and accountability.
According to Yadav, changes to public services should aim to improve facilities for citizens. He called on the government to explain how the proposed privatisation would serve the public interest and protect consumers.
Yadav warned that the Congress would launch a broader public movement if the government proceeded with privatisation while disregarding public sentiment and the public interest. He said the party would continue to defend public assets and the rights of ordinary citizens.
No detailed information was provided on the proposed movement's format, timing or programme.
The government's position on the proposed privatisation in Gurugram and Nuh remains central to the issue. Further clarity on the proposal's status, objectives and potential implications for consumers will depend on official information from the government.
