Says people are unable to pay skyrocketed electricity bills.
ISLAMABAD: MNA Saira Bano highlighted the surge in electricity tariff, expressing concerns that the soaring bills are becoming unaffordable for the people.
Saira Bano raised the issue in the National Assembly Standing Committee on Energy meeting today. The meeting was led by Riyaz Mazari.
She expressed concern that the price per unit of electricity has now reached up to Rs50.
“We have protected consumers consuming up to 200 units of electricity. What will happen to those who have 201 units,” said the energy secretary.
He further added, “Those with 201 units will also not be counted as protected consumers.”
A Report Reveals That More Than 7000 Illegal And Unauthorized Fuel Pumps Are Currently Operating In Pakistan
Meanwhile, the latest audit report from the Auditor General of Pakistan has brought to light the operation of approximately 7000 illegal petrol pumps scattered throughout the country. The report has raised serious concerns regarding the performance and oversight of the Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA).
According to the audit report, OGRA’s actions have contributed to the hoarding and smuggling of petroleum products, enabling illegal activities to flourish in the industry.
One particularly alarming finding in the report was the joint storage of crude oil by Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs). The report identified this practice as facilitating unscrupulous activities within the sector.
