ISLAMABAD: Over 20 high-profile government entities, including Aiwan-e-Sadr, Parliament Lodges, the Ministry of Finance, and the Foreign Office, collectively owe more than Rs200 million in unpaid gas bills to Sui Northern Gas Pipelines Limited (SNGPL), according to official communication from SNGPL’s management. Key Defaulters and DuesParliament Lodges/MNA Hostel: Rs24,955,133 (including disconnected meters with Rs2,655,735 pending).Cabinet Division Building: Rs23,075,733.Aiwan-e-Sadr Facilities: Rs16,685,739 (main building, police barracks, and dispensaries).Foreign Office: Rs53,309,209.Pak Secretariat: K-Block owes Rs23,579,378, M-Block Rs24,482,408, and Q-Block Rs3,740,602 (disconnected meter).The Parliament House Building also ranks high on the list, with Rs24,158,444…
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OGRA Weighs CPP Disconnections Amid Revenue Challenges
ISLAMABAD: The Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA) is considering disconnecting Captive Power Plants (CPPs) from January 2025, a move requiring federal government engagement due to its complexities and economic impact. On Tuesday, OGRA finalized the Review of Estimated Revenue Requirement (RERR) for Sui Northern Gas Pipelines Limited (SNGPL) and Sui Southern Gas Company Limited (SSGCL) for FY 2024-25. The determination has been forwarded to the federal government, which has 40 days to decide under the OGRA Ordinance 2002. Key Details:Revenue Impact: If CPP disconnections proceed, SNGPL’s revenue requirement would…
Read MoreSindh govt drives Technological and Economic Empowerment with PITP and CRAIB
SUKKUR (Dec 17): In a significant effort to promote technological innovation and economic empowerment, the Sindh Government, in collaboration with Sukkur IBA University, celebrated two transformative initiatives: the People’s Information Technology Programme (PITP) and the establishment of the Centre of Excellence in Robotics, Artificial Intelligence, and Blockchain (CRAIB). This was stated by Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah while speaking at the inaugural ceremony of the Science Lab and Creative Art Centre at the IBA Campus. He added that these programs underscore the provincial government’s commitment to uplifting communities,…
Read MoreFatema Al Nuaimi Appointed as CEO of ADNOC Gas
DUBAI, Dec 17 (Reuters): ADNOC Gas, the gas subsidiary of Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC), has announced the appointment of Fatema Al Nuaimi as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective January 1, 2025. Al Nuaimi succeeds Ahmed Alebri, who is stepping down after nearly two years of leadership. Al Nuaimi, a seasoned energy industry professional, will oversee the implementation of ADNOC Gas’s ambitious business strategy, focusing on enhancing operational efficiency, expanding market presence, and driving sustainable growth. Her appointment underscores ADNOC’s commitment to fostering Emirati leadership and empowering women…
Read MoreCanal Closures from Dec 26: Power Sector to Rely on RLNG for Electricity Generation
ISLAMABAD: The Indus River System Authority (IRSA) has announced canal closures from December 26, 2024, to January 30, 2025, to facilitate desilting operations in Punjab and Sindh’s irrigation networks. During this period, hydroelectric power generation will drop significantly, from the current 3,550 MW to less than 1,000 MW, due to reduced water releases from dams, according to the Ministry of Water Resources. To address the resulting power deficit, the Power Division will increase reliance on RLNG-based power plants. This shift will help stabilize the national gas transmission network by utilizing…
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