The Punjab Government has raised concerns over what it describes as “systemic mismanagement” of the Beas–Satluj Link (BSL) Project and the 990 MW capacity Dehar Power House by the Bhakra Beas Management Board (BBMB).

The Punjab government has alleged that huge financial losses worth Rs 227 crore have been caused to partner states due to reduced power generation and a potential threat to water security for partner states because of operational failures and inadequate maintenance of the BSL project.

In a letter addressed to the Chairman, BBMB, and the Union Ministry of Power, the Principal Secretary, Water Resources, Punjab, has demanded an independent, time-bound audit of the BSL Project and Dehar Power House operations beginning from the 2023 filling season.

The copy of the letter, whic

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