Dhaka, July 15 -- The government on Tuesday decided to review all the agreements on the Independent Power Plants(IPP) signed during the Awami League regime as there were widespread allegations of inconsistencies in those agreements.

Finance Adviser Dr Salehuddin Ahmed said this while briefing reporters after a meeting of the Advisers Council Committee on Economic Affairs at the Cabinet Division of the Secretariat.

Besides, there was directive from the Supreme Court (apex court) in this regard, he said.

In line with the court's directive, the government has approved a proposal to seek legal support and hold necessary discussions regarding the agreements, Salehuddin said.

The High Court declared unconstitutional two sections of the long...