Sukrit R Kapoor Shares Key Insights on Fly Ash Policy Dispute in Moneycontrol Article

In a recent Moneycontrol article examining the growing friction between road contractors and the Power Ministry over the mandatory use of fly ash, Sukrit Kapoor provided important insights into the legal and commercial challenges emerging from the policy shift.

Sukrit noted that contractors have formally urged the government to revisit the policy, highlighting the need for a transitional arrangement or cost-compensation mechanism to mitigate the sharp escalation in project expenses. He emphasised that the sudden implementation of the directive without accounting for logistical constraints, availability gaps, and cost implications has placed contractors in a position where compliance may significantly disrupt ongoing infrastructure commitments.

He further added that “a balanced approach that safeguards environmental objectives without destabilising existing infrastructure contracts will be crucial to resolving the issue.” Sukrit highlighted that any viable framework must align sustainability goals with the economic realities of large-scale public works, particularly at a time when contractors are considering legal recourse to protect contractual viability.

As the industry awaits clarity, Sukrit’s perspective highlights the need for a pragmatic, legally sound resolution that advances environmental responsibility while ensuring continuity and stability across India’s infrastructure projects.

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