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Dr. Musadik Malik Assumes Office as Federal Minister of Energy

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ISLAMABAD – Dr. Musadik Malik has officially taken charge as the Federal Minister of Energy, marking the beginning of his tenure at the Ministry of Energy. Upon his arrival, he received a warm welcome from the Secretary of Petroleum and other officials of the ministry. Addressing the gathering, Dr. Malik expressed the government’s dedication to facilitating both local and foreign investment in the gas and minerals sector, emphasizing that the well-being of the people remains the top priority for the current administration. He reiterated the government’s commitment to ensuring uninterrupted…

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KP Chief Minister Calls for Action on Federal Dues, Emphasizes Hydropower Rights

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During a meeting at the Chief Minister’s House in Peshawar, KP Chief Minister Ali Amin Khan Gandapur emphasized the significant outstanding dues owed to Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) by the federal government. Under the ‘AGN Qazi Formula’, the federal government owes KP a substantial amount of Rs 1,510 billion as net hydel profit (NHP). Additionally, arrears totaling Rs. 6 billion, pertaining to the province’s electricity supplied to the national grid, remain unsettled. Attendees of the meeting included Advisor to Chief Minister for Finance Muzammil Aslam, Chief Secretary Nadeem Aslam Chaudhry, and…

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Syed Nasir Hussain Shah Appointed Minister for Energy Department

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In a ceremony held at the Governor House, a 10-member Sindh Cabinet was inaugurated, presided over by Sindh Governor Kamran Tessori. Notable attendees included Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah, elected lawmakers, diplomats, and members of various sectors. During the event, Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah, in consultation with party leadership, assigned portfolios to cabinet members. Of particular significance, Syed Nasir Hussain Shah was appointed as the Minister for the Energy Department, among other responsibilities. Former information minister Sharjeel Inam Memon was designated the senior minister, overseeing portfolios…

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WAPDA Unveils Hydel Museum at Tarbela Dam

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March 11, 2024: The Water and Power Development Authority (WAPDA) has unveiled the Hydel Museum at the Tarbela 4th Extension Hydel Power Station, showcasing vintage electro-mechanical equipment from various hydropower plants. This initiative aims to preserve and showcase the rich heritage of WAPDA’s hydel power stations. The museum features equipment and parts from hydropower plants such as Jabban, Warsak, Tarbela, Renala, Kurrum Garhi, and Chitral. Additionally, visitors can explore a model of the Jabban Hydel Power Station (1937) and a structural model of the iconic Tarbela Dam. The inauguration ceremony…

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PM Shehbaz Sharif Urges Investment in Energy Sector

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ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif emphasized the critical need for investment in Pakistan’s energy sector, particularly in the exploration and development of tight gas and undersea oil and gas reserves. During a review meeting on Monday, he directed authorities to facilitate both local and foreign investors in the discovery, refining, and distribution of oil and gas resources. The Prime Minister underscored the importance of ensuring uninterrupted electricity and gas supply, especially during the month of Ramazan. He also called for measures to curb gas losses through smart metering and to…

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