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Senate Highlights Power Division Failures: Calls for Reforms and Transparency

Last updated: 2023/09/06 at 9:45 AM
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In a recent meeting, senators criticized the power division and its subsidiary companies, pointing out the widespread inefficiencies, rampant theft, and significant losses plaguing the sector. These issues have resulted in escalating electricity bills that have hurt consumers and ignited protests nationwide. Despite these troubles, the power division attempted to shift the blame towards the stipulations set by the International Monetary Fund (IMF), a staunchly rebutted by the senators who emphasized that the IMF had not hindered efforts to curb theft and inefficiencies.

During the discussions, Senator Behramand Tangi and the committee head, Senator Abro, underlined the need for stringent checks on corruption within power companies and criticized the power division’s failure to control theft in power distribution companies. Senator Abro highlighted that reviewing and re-evaluating the agreements with independent power producers (IPPs) was essential to addressing the current crisis, calling for a detailed investigation into potential misinformation and fraud in the existing infrastructure.

Proposed Solutions and Recommendations: Tariff Re-evaluation and Transparent Policies

The Senate Standing Committee on Power proposed several measures to alleviate the current situation, including implementing a one-slab benefit for all residential users. This proposal suggests that individuals using less than 200 units monthly should be protected from tariff increases, even if they momentarily exceed this limit. Senators insisted on re-evaluating tariffs established with IPPs, emphasizing that the rupee depreciation had significantly benefited these producers due to unfavourable agreements.

Senator Abro stressed the necessity for a systematic review of agreements with IPPs and emphasized that these entities should not operate without oversight to prevent issues like over-invoicing. The committee also showed dissatisfaction with the power division’s inability to provide a detailed breakdown of IPP payments over the past decade, noting that the ongoing crisis seemed centrally linked to the IPPs. Furthermore, the senators highlighted the need for more transparent and user-friendly policies and awareness campaigns to inform the public about potential relief measures. They expressed frustration over the confusing policies of the power division, particularly regarding the recent tariff adjustments that have adversely impacted a significant portion of consumers.

In conclusion, the senators urged a comprehensive approach to tackle the ongoing issues in the power sector, emphasizing transparency, accountability, and focused efforts to curb corruption and inefficiencies.

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Zainab Haider September 6, 2023
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