Govt moves to ensure reliable electricity supply
The government is fully focused on improving the electricity transmission system to ensure reliable supply and regionally competitive rates for industries, according to a press release issued.
Chairing a meeting of the Working Group on the Power Sector, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif appreciated the efforts of the Energy Committee, led by Shehzad Saleem, for engaging with the private sector.
During the meeting, recommendations for reforms in the energy sector aimed at promoting economic development were presented.
The Prime Minister directed the Power Division to finalize proposals, in consultation with stakeholders, to bring electricity wheeling charges to an appropriate level.
He also highlighted that a National Program for Economic Development will be formulated once recommendations from various sectoral working groups are finalized.
The meeting discussed tariff structures, challenges in electricity transmission, appropriate pricing, and other energy-related issues. Recommendations were also made to enhance the reliability of the electricity transmission and voltage system.
