The Pakistani government has announced a new initiative to combat electricity theft and recover unpaid bills. The plan involves the formation of a special unit comprising officers from the Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) and Military Intelligence (MI) to assist the country’s Distribution Companies (DISCOs).
This move comes as the government acknowledges the significant financial burden placed on DISCOs due to electricity theft and line losses.
The Federal Secretary of the Power Division confirmed the plan, stating it’s still awaiting final approval but is intended to be implemented as a pilot project with the Hyderabad Electric Supply Company (HESCO).
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The exact details of the army’s role is yet to be disclosed. However, it’s expected that their involvement will provide additional resources and potentially deter theft attempts. This initiative highlights the seriousness of the issue and the government’s determination to address the financial challenges faced by the power sector in Pakistan.
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