Electricity generation
The shortage of electricity is a major problem for Bangladesh standing on the way of its development. Day by day the problem is taking a serious turn. We have introduced DST. Experts will make analysis of the whole matter and subsequently draw a conclusion for future guidance. Whatever may be the conclusion there is no other option but to go for construction of new power stations for increasing generation. Following actions are necessary.
1. Proper maintenance, overhauling, close professional supervision. De-rated power stations should be brought to its rated capacity.
2. Close supervision and monitoring of the running power generation projects , so that these come to operation as scheduled or earlier.
3. Installation of solar, wind, mini/micro hydro and other non- conventional power generation plants all over the country.
4. Construction of 1x125 MW coal based power station beside the existing Barapukuria power station.
5. Reservoir capacity of catchment areas of Karnafuli Hydro power station has to be increased through dredging and other necessary means to get full production from the power station.
6. Parallel work should continue for nuclear power plants.
7. Load management, demand side management, holiday staggering. CFL lamps, working shift changing etc are the common measures to be taken along with systems loss reduction measures.
Apart from the above measures, gas compressors have to be installed at the soonest in the gas transmission line in the required position to maintain uniform pressure in the gas transmission system which will help to regulate gas pressure.
Finally, when we can import consumable goods and luxurious goods, why cannot we import electricity for the progress of the country?
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