PM briefed about energy sector

Prime Minister Imran Khan chaired a meeting in Islamabad where he was briefed about the current energy situation in the country and the steps being taken to overcome any deficiencies.

The Minister for Energy Omer Ayub informed the meeting about the keen interest which was being shown by investors in the power sector due to Pakistan’s renewable energy policy.

Special Assistant to the Prime Minister Tabish Gohar, informed the meeting about measures being taken in the gas sector for the ease of consumers.

The prime minister directed all the relevant authorities that all avenues should be explored to provide affordable electricity to the people. He also stated that work had been in progress to provide targeted subsidies to the power sector’s consumers.