Kerala Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan Defends Power Purchase Deal Amid Raging Controversy

Kerala <b>Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan</b> has downplayed the ongoing controversy regarding a power purchase proposal via the GNA Energy platform. He stated that the Kerala State Electricity Board never officially entered into an agreement with the firm. Speaking at a press briefing in Thiruvananthapuram, the Chief Minister dismissed claims that the Electricity Minister was kept in the dark about the developments. He maintained that he was unaware if the board had misled anyone regarding the prevailing power situation. The administration has vowed to pursue low-price purchases and future power plans amidst the ongoing political debate. Meanwhile, opposition figures have raised concerns regarding the collective responsibility of the state cabinet.