YSRCP demands CBI enquiry into the ongoing works of Polavaram irrigation project

Amravati, Sept 21: The main opposition party in Andhra Pradesh YSRCP demanded a CBI Enquiry into the ongoing works of Polavaram irrigation project.YSRC leader Botsa Satyanarayana has alleged that the cost of the project has been escalated to benefit the contractors.

He has added that "The Transtroy Company which was given the contract has a shady background ".He said, adding there should be a comprehensive inquiry into the issue by the CBI.

Reacting to the YSRCP's criticism, Andhra Pradesh Excise Minister K S Jawhar said the "opposition party is making allegations as it fears that its political survival would be under threat if the project is completed on time."

He has also said that "the TDP government is determined to supply water through the project by 2018, he said substantial progress has been made in the construction of Polavaram so far."

He has also spoken about the project construction and has said that "Spillway concrete construction is the most crucial part of the Polavaram project. Out of 48 blocks, progress has been achieved in 39. Seven lakh cubic metres of concrete works are yet to be completed. This will be completed by November this year."

"Tenders would be finalized soon for the construction of the hydel project at the Polavaram project... The government is keen on transparency and quality of works," Jawahar said in a statement.

Finally, he has blamed the opposition party Congress leader YS Rajshekhar Reddy has done nothing to complete the project and it has been delayed and assured that the project would be completed
by 2018 end.