Govt Orders DISCO-Wide Audit To Tackle Power Theft And Distribution Losses
Pakistan’s government has ordered a comprehensive technical audit of all DISCOs to identify power theft, distribution losses and operational inefficiencies without shifting costs to consumers.
Power Division Welcomes NEPRA Decision on CTBCM Use of System Charges
Power Division welcomes NEPRA’s Use of System Charge determination for CTBCM open access users, clearing a key regulatory step for Pakistan’s first CTBCM auction.
CCoP Seeks Alternative Circular Debt Financing Mechanism Before FESCO, GEPCO And IESCO Privatisation
Cabinet Committee on Privatisation directs Power and Finance divisions to develop an alternative to Circular Debt Financing before the privatisation of FESCO, GEPCO and IESCO.
Nepra Rejects Power Tariff Review Without Industry Consultation
Nepra says it will return the industrial tariff review unless the Power Division consults industry, amid rising fuel costs and a potential Rs36.55 billion recovery.
Pakistan Power Sector Circular Debt Rises To Rs1.675 Trillion In FY26
Pakistan’s power sector circular debt increased by Rs61 billion to Rs1.675 trillion in FY26, with Discos’ operational inefficiencies contributing Rs262 billion.
Power Division Asked to Provide Payment Plan for Mounting SNGPL Receivables
Petroleum Division has sought a workable payment plan from Power Division for SNGPL’s outstanding indigenous gas and RLNG dues, with timelines for settlement.
Power Division Blames Finance Ministry as Pakistan Circular Debt Rises to Rs1.675 Trillion
The Power Division attributes a Rs61 billion increase in power sector circular debt to a Rs98 billion budget deduction enforced by the Ministry of Finance during the fiscal year.
Economic Coordination Committee Convenes to Review Export Subsidies Energy Grants and Budget Proposals
The Economic Coordination Committee reviews proposals on export finance subsidy schemes, energy arbitration funds, tight gas reserves, and departmental budgets.
Cabinet Committee on State Owned Enterprises Approves Core Governance Reforms and Strategic Board Appointments
The Cabinet Committee on State Owned Enterprises chaired by Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb greenlights board appointments for PNSC and IRADA along with energy sector changes.
Power Division Mandates NEPRA Licensing and New Fees for Solar Consumers
Pakistan’s Ministry of Power Division introduces new solar regulations including a mandatory NEPRA license and a fee of Rs 1,000 per kilowatt for all users.