Understanding Pakistan’s Energy Crisis Ft. Sardar Awais Ahmad Khan Leghari | EP198

In today’s podcast, we are joined by Sardar Awais Ahmad Khan Leghari to discuss Pakistan’s ongoing energy crisis. We dive into topics such as IPP agreements, electricity prices, and the privatization of the energy sector, providing valuable insights into the challenges faced by Pakistan’s energy infrastructure.
We also explore the role of IPPs, solar power transparency, electricity theft, and potential improvements in the energy sector. Additionally, we delve into the impact of free units for government employees and the implementation of automatic metering technology.
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00:00 - Highlights
02:00 - Origins of the energy crisis
03:30 - Surplus electricity but still load shedding
05:39 - Why electricity is expensive
08:00 - Neelum Jhelum project issues
10:00 - Sahiwal coal project problems
13:00 - IMF’s interest in generation capacity
14:00 - Hydropower projects cost
15:00 - Need for IPPs
19:00 - Prime Minister’s take on IPPs and solar energy
24:00 - Solar power transparency and net metering
31:00 - Electricity theft
36:00 - Free units for government and DISCOS employees
37:00 - FBR and public tax collection
39:00 - Automatic metering technology
42:00 - ABC cables and theft prevention
46:00 - Timeline for improvements in electricity issues


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