Shimla, Nov. 6 -- Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Friday described the Supreme Court verdict on the Bhakra Beas Management Board (BBMB) arrears case as a historic victory for Himachal Pradesh, saying the state would receive 60 crore units of electricity annually for 20 years, generating revenue estimated at Rs 10,000 crore to Rs 20,000 crore during the period.
Congratulating the nearly 75 lakh people of the state on the achievement, Sukhu said the verdict was the result of the state government's sustained legal battle, determination and commitment to securing Himachal Pradesh's financial and constitutional rights.
He said the additional electricity allocation could generate revenue of up to Rs 1,000 crore annually, depending on t...