The Regional Council of Peloponnese conducted a debate on the future of Megalopolis following the closure of the lignite unit and its mines. The council rejected a proposal from the Popular Unity, while a resolution favored by Regional Governor Dimitris Ptochos gained majority support. Concerns were raised about unemployment and economic challenges from the closure. The region’s deputy governor, Tasos Adamopoulos, highlighted future investments and job creation initiatives to support the affected areas.

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