Dhaka, June 12 -- The Minister of Power, Energy and Mineral Resources in Bangladesh Iqbal Hassan Mahmood Tuku says the government is considering legal action over the arrears accumulated in power plants due to capacity charge agreements made during the Awami League government.

The minister outlined the plan at a post-budget media briefing at the Osmani Memorial Auditorium in Dhaka on Friday. He did not specify what action would be taken or against whom.

Tuku said, "The possibility of taking legal action on the capacity charge arrears is being considered.

"The law ministry's opinion has been sought on this issue. If a favourable opinion is received, necessary action will be taken."

He noted that the interests of investors have taken pr...