LAHORE: Punjab Energy Minister Faisal Ayub Khokhar on Tuesday reaffirmed the provincial government’s commitment to modern, low-emission and energy-efficient power generation, underscoring that clean and reliable energy remains central to Punjab’s economic growth.
During his visit to the 1,263MW Punjab Thermal Power Plant Limited (PTPL) in Jhang, the minister instructed the plant’s management to implement a comprehensive strategy aimed at improving operational efficiency, reducing costs and enhancing long-term sustainability.
Energy Secretary Farrukh Naveed and PTPL CEO Salman Zakaria briefed the minister on the plant’s performance, financing structure and future roadmap. Established in 2017, PTPL developed an RLNG-based combined-cycle plant at Haveli Bahadur Shah, with the Punjab government holding 30% equity and the remaining financing arranged through local lenders.
Zakaria highlighted that the facility is equipped with Siemens Energy’s advanced combined-cycle technology from Germany, achieving an efficiency of 61.16%—placing it among Pakistan’s most efficient power generation units. The plant began commercial operations on June 23, 2023, and has the capacity to supply 10.5 billion electricity units annually to the national grid.
The minister also inspected major sections of the plant and planted a tree with the Energy Secretary as part of the government’s green initiative. He emphasised that upcoming energy projects will be aligned with international standards to ensure affordable, reliable and environment-friendly electricity for consumers.
“Our priority is transparency, quality and cost efficiency. PTPL reflects Punjab’s long-term vision for dependable and sustainable energy,” Khokhar said.
