A MSEB spokesperson explained that most of the factors that led to the shortfall were beyond the control of the board. However, he pointed out that the Uran power plant output was reduced as its gas supply was hampered because of rectification work at the Oil and Natural Gas Commission.

Moreover, supply from the National Thermal Power Corporation had come down by 350 MW due to fault in Vidarbha, Korba and Kakarapar power stations. To cope with the situation, the spokesperson said, the MSEB had initiated short and long term measures to ensure continuous flow. The gas supply by ONGC is also expected to benormal by April 11, he said.