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Taskforce to be formed in Punjab districts for crackdown against power theft

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power-theft

Federal Minister for Power, Sardar Awais Ahmad Khan Leghari, and Chief Minister of Punjab, Ms. Maryam Nawaz, convened a meeting via zoom link to discuss strategies for collaboration between the federal and Punjab governments aimed at reducing instances of electricity theft across the province and improvement in power sector recoveries. During the meeting, both leaders explored various avenues for cooperation and emphasized the need for a dedicated task force at district levels comprising of magistrates, police personnel, intelligence officers, and prosecution experts. This task force will be tasked with taking…

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Sindh Minister Announces Solar Panel Distribution for Homes Without Power Supply

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solar-panels

Provincial Minister for Energy, Planning, and Development Syed Nasir Hussain Shah has revealed plans to provide solar panels to households in rural, hilly, and desert areas lacking electricity access. This initiative aims to address the needs of the most marginalized families, aligning with the manifesto and vision of Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari. The Energy Department has initiated practical steps to implement this program, emphasizing the Pakistan Peoples Party’s (PPP) commitment to tangible actions rather than mere claims. Minister Nasir Shah announced the establishment of solar parks across Sindh, including a…

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SNGPL Urges Petroleum Division to Clear Outstanding Dues for RLNG Supply

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Pakistan-LNG

Sui Northern Gas Pipelines Limited (SNGPL) has issued an urgent appeal to the Petroleum Division (PD) for the clearance of its outstanding dues, particularly from the power sector and Sui Southern Gas Company Limited (SSGCL), crucial for ensuring the continuous supply of Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG). The request, outlined in a letter dated March 27, 2024, highlights the financial strain SNGPL is facing due to pending recoveries from the power sector, leading to difficulties in meeting payment obligations to Pakistan State Oil (PSO). The letter reveals that SNGPL has paid…

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PM Shehbaz Sharif Assures Security for Chinese Engineers on Dasu Project

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Dasu-Hydropower

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif extended assurances of robust security measures to Chinese engineers working on the Dasu Hydropower Project and across Pakistan. He vowed to ensure exemplary punishment for the perpetrators of the March 26 incident, addressing a gathering of Chinese engineers and workers. The prime minister condemned the cowardly act of terrorism that claimed lives, emphasizing that it aimed to disrupt the strong friendship between Pakistan and China. He labeled it as the work of Pakistan’s enemies and reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to bolstering security for Chinese nationals. The joint…

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India’s Hydropower Output Witnesses Steepest Decline in 38 Years

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India-Hydropower

India experienced a significant 16.3% decline in hydroelectricity output, marking the sharpest drop in at least 38 years, according to a Reuters analysis of government data. This decline in hydroelectric generation coincided with a slight decrease in the share of renewables in power generation, a departure from Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s commitments to enhance solar and wind capacity. Renewables accounted for 11.7% of India’s power output in the fiscal year ending in March, down from 11.8% the previous year, based on data from Grid-India. The country’s reliance on coal-fired power…

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