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Hindustan Times
27-04-2025
- Business
- Hindustan Times
Baira Siul Hydro Power Project: HC stays take over, issues notice on NHPC plea
Himachal Pradesh high court, as an interim relief to National Hydroelectric Power Corporation (NHPC), has stayed the move of the state government to take over 180 MW Baira Siul Hydro Power Project. Justice Ajay Mohan Goel directed the state government to maintain status quo qua the Baira Siul Hydro Power Project while issuing notice to the state government and Government of India through Secretary, Ministry of Power on April 25. 180 MW Baira Siul Hydro Power Project is operated by the National Hydroelectric Power Corporation (NHPC), which had moved the high court challenging the state government's move to reclaim the project. The high court has also stayed the communication dated March 26, as well as the decision of the Council of Ministers qua the project till further orders. The case is now deferred to May 26. Commissioned in 1980-81, the Baira Siul project was originally set to be handed back to the state government after 40 years of operation, as per the terms of the initial agreement. Following the completion of this period, the state-initiated steps to regain control of the project. NHPC, however, has opposed the move, asserting a claim of perpetual ownership on the grounds of having modernised the plant in August 2021. Cabinet had approved taking over different hydro-electric projects In a recent cabinet meeting, the state government decided to bring several major hydro-electric projects under its control, including the 382 MW Sunni, 210 MW Luhri Stage-1, and 66 MW Dhaulasidh projects, previously allocated to SJVN, as well as the 500 MW Duggar and 180 MW Baira Siul projects allocated to NHPC. Prior to this, during the budget session, chief minister (CM) Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu had reiterated that the state government will take back those hydel projects which do not accept the government's conditions. Sukhu in his reply to a question said in the house that he has made it clear to NHPC and Union power minister Manohar Lal Khattar that if NHPC does not accept the condition of 12%, 18% and 30% royalty and returning the project to the state government after 40 years, all the projects allotted to it will be taken back. HP-Punjab entangled in legal battle for Shanan project Already, a legal dispute is going on between Himachal Pradesh and Punjab over ownership of the 110 MW Shanan power project in Joginder Nagar, Himachal Pradesh. Union power minister Manohar Lal Khattar, during his visit to Shimla in November last year, had clarified that Centre will 'not favour any state'. Himachal chief minister (CM) Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu had requested for Centre's assistance to ask Punjab to hand over the 110 MW Shanan Project to Himachal Pradesh as the 100-year lease with Punjab recently expired. The dispute between the neighbouring states is related to the British-era Shanan Hydropower Project at Jogindernagar of Mandi district in Himachal Pradesh. It was constructed in 1925 under the lease agreement executed between Raja Joginder Sen, the ruler of the then Mandi state, and Col BC Batty, who represented the British government and served as the chief engineer of the undivided Punjab. The project at present is being operated by the Punjab government and the Himachal government has been asking its neighbour to hand over the project to Himachal Pradesh. The Himachal government has been maintaining that the area of Shanan Project was never part of the erstwhile Punjab; therefore, the Punjab Reorganisation Act of 1966 does not apply.
Yahoo
08-02-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Listed: Colchester's best florists for your Valentines bouquets
WITH Valentines Day approaching, we wanted to shine a light on the best florists in Colchester. Whether you are looking for a bespoke bouquet for your Valentine, or a bunch of flowers to say thank you, here are some of the best our area has to offer. These florists are five of the top rated according to Google reviews. Vanilla Blue Flowers Located at Flanders Field, Vanilla Blue Flowers has almost 150 5 star reviews. The florist is open 8am to 5pm every week day, offering flowers for all occasions like funerals, weddings or an average Monday. Customer Kerrie Edwards said "Fantastic service today and a beautiful arrangement, thank you so much. "I had messaged early this morning, to ask if there was anyway of fitting a flower delivery in today, for a relative who had had a traumatic experience. "Within only a few hours these beautiful flowers arrived with her; very impressed with the whole experience, thank you." Visit Jennifleurs Florist Jennifleurs is an independent florist on St Christopher road (Image: Jennifleurs Florist) Open 8.30am to 5pm Monday to Friday, this independent florist, in St Christopher, offers bespoke bouquets and flower tributes with same-day local delivery service. Customer Shanan said "Ordered the Claire flowers yesterday PM and they arrived at 10am this morning. "The flowers are absolutely perfect, I've never seen a bunch as beautiful as this. "Will definitely be using this Florist in the future." Visit Creative Flowers Creative Flowers is a flower designer located on Stanley Road in Wivenhoe. Open from 9am Monday to Saturday, the business has over 20 5 star reviews on Google. Customer Karen Partridge said "Arranged for a bouquet of flowers to be delivered to my parents and the arrangement was stunning. "Can't fault the service or the delivery. "I ordered on the Thursday for a Friday delivery and the process was seamless. "Thank you Andy for the wonderful flowers. "Would highly recommend using the services of a small business like creative flowers over a national company any day of the week!" Call 07943 010048. Spring Cottage Flower Co Open 8am to 6pm Monday to Sunday, this florist is located on Butt road in Stoke-by-Nayland. The business has over 40 5 star reviews on Google, with customer Debbi Francis leaving a glowing review. She said: "Anna's beautiful seasonal flowers are an absolute must for me. "I love the gorgeous bouquets she creates, and her Instagram account is a constant source of inspiration and delight. "She's also a joy to communicate with. I recommend her very highly indeed." Call 07733 321075. Ralph & Rita Martin Florists This independent family business was established in Colchester more than 40 years ago. The florist is situated on Layer road and opens six days a week, with 200 5 star reviews. Customer Emma Connell said "I dropped-by this florist unannounced & Sadie was so helpful with arranging a bouquet for me. "Thank you for the lovely service and this beautiful bunch. "Plus they let my toddler choose a few flowers which made it interesting/interactive for her. Highly recommend." Visit
