Rahul Gandhi Accuses Adani Group of Over-Invoicing in Coal Imports

Rahul Gandhi Accuses Adani Group of Over-Invoicing in Coal Imports

Asif Iqbal | October 18, 2023 | 01:22 PM IST | Delhi | Follow on Google News

Rahul Gandhi Accuses Adani Group of Over-Invoicing in Coal Imports. Image/daily excelsior

In a recent development, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi raised serious allegations against the Adani Group, accusing them of engaging in over-invoicing during coal imports, which, he claims, has resulted in fleecing the public of a staggering Rs 12,000 crore in electricity rates. These allegations were brought to light during a press conference at the AICC headquarters, where Gandhi not only criticized the Adani Group but also targeted Prime Minister Narendra Modi, urging him to address the issue promptly.

A Call for Transparency and Accountability

During the press conference, Rahul Gandhi questioned the silence of Prime Minister Modi regarding the Adani Group’s alleged misconduct. He pressed for a comprehensive investigation into the matter to safeguard the credibility of the government. “Why is the prime minister silent on the issue…I am only helping the prime minister and asking him to come clean by starting an investigation and defend his credibility,” Gandhi emphasized.

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Financial Times Report Unveiled

Rahul Gandhi presented a recent report from the Financial Times during the press conference, which suggested that the Adani Group had imported vast quantities of coal at prices significantly above market rates. According to Gandhi, the report indicated that Adani had resorted to over-invoicing in coal imports, effectively siphoning off Rs 12,000 crore from the public. The process described by Gandhi involved the purchase of coal in Indonesia, only to see its price double upon arrival in India, as per the report’s findings.

The Impact on Electricity Rates and Consumer Pockets

The over-invoicing of coal, as alleged by Gandhi, has far-reaching consequences on the country’s electricity rates. Consumers are left grappling with higher electricity bills, thanks to the inflated coal prices. Gandhi emphasized that a scandal of this magnitude would have shaken any government worldwide, but India appeared to remain unresponsive. He went on to claim that the Adani Group enjoyed a strong backing from within the government, insinuating that powerful forces were shielding the conglomerate.

These allegations are part of a broader scrutiny of the Adani Group’s financial dealings. The opposition party has been closely monitoring the billionaire Gautam Adani’s Group, especially after US research firm Hindenburg released a report alleging “irregularities” and accusing the company of stock price manipulation. While the Adani Group has consistently denied these allegations, claiming innocence, it remains to be seen how these fresh accusations will be addressed.

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