The Chief Minister emphasised Kerala’s top ranking in ease of doing business and highlighted the importance of such contracts in fostering industrial growth. He responded to criticism from opposition leader Ramesh Chennithala by stating that self-sufficient captive power units were in line with the government's policies.

Vijayan refuted claims of discord between the industries and electricity departments over the contract extension. He underscored that continuing the agreement with Carborundum Universal was vital to meeting the power needs of local industries.

News source: Devdiscource