The BBMP says that most of the problems of the plant would become apparent only after one to two years after its completion. In contrast, under the BOT framework, its capital investment would be brought in by the entrepreneur, and the palike would need to pump in pay Rs. It wanted the running of the facilities to be clubbed with the construction of the abattoir. Under BOT, the developer thus is not only responsible for the construction but also its operation and maintenance. The Hindu :...

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