Hyderabad: CPI(M) politburo member BV Raghavulu accused the BJP-led Central government of attempting to privatise India’s power sector. He alleged that industrialist Adani would be the biggest beneficiary of this move.
CPI(M) warns against the Centre’s power policy
Speaking at the CPI(M) state office in Hyderabad on Monday, Raghavulu criticised the Electricity Amendment Act, 2025, released by the Centre on October 9. He called it a “dangerous law” that threatens India’s federal system, since electricity is a state subject.
He said the amendments would privatise power distribution, cancel free and subsidised power, and push higher tariffs on consumers. As a result, farmers, students, and common households would face serious financial pressure.
The CPI(M) leader urged political parties, farmers, and civil groups to unite and oppose the move. According to him, resisting the Act is vital to protect the interests of states and the people with low incomes.
Telangana urged not to form a new DISCOM
Turning to Telangana, Raghavulu appealed to the state government not to create any new DISCOM besides SPDCL and NPDCL. He warned that a third utility could weaken the state’s free power schemes for agriculture, homes, and schools.
He said Telangana’s existing DISCOMs already support welfare initiatives and should be strengthened instead of being fragmented. Moreover, he cautioned that privatisation could damage the balance between social welfare and economic policy.
CPI(M) demands Centre act on trade concerns
Raghavulu also criticised former US President Donald Trump for imposing tariffs that hurt Indian industries. He said the agriculture, IT, and pharmaceutical sectors could suffer further losses if similar policies return.
Therefore, he urged the Telangana government to pressure the Centre to protect local industries and ensure fair trade practices. He added that India must resist policies that favour corporate monopolies over national interest.
