Sindh Governor urges federal takeover of K-Electric control

LONDON: Sindh Governor Kamran Tessori has called on the federal government to assume control of K-electric, asserting that it is necessary for the larger public interest.

Speaking during an interview with a private news channel in London, Governor Tessori highlighted the commitment of COAS General Asim Munir in combatting economic instability. He praised the army chief’s resolute dedication to revitalizing investor confidence and fostering growth within the agricultural and IT sectors.

Addressing the issue of escalated electricity tariffs, Kamran Tessori emphasized the significance of resolving the challenge posed by high electricity costs. He formally requested the federal government to refrain from renewing K-electric’s license and advocated for the transfer of power distribution authority to federal oversight.

Governor Sindh acknowledged the existing divisions within MQM-P, attributing these internal differences to the natural dynamics of political parties. He revealed his role in reconciling the three factions within MQM-P, underscoring his ability to unite diverse elements.

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Furthermore, Tessori disclosed his communication with former Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, stressing the urgency of addressing the prevailing instability stemming from the actions of the PTI chairman.

The nationwide protests triggered by inflated power bills have escalated, spreading from Karachi to Khyber. In Karachi, protestors expressed their dissatisfaction with the exorbitant bills issued by K-Electric, the exclusive power supplier for the city. Demonstrators voiced their frustration, citing discrepancies between the bills and their earnings.

In Peshawar, a substantial gathering of citizens took to the streets to voice their grievances. Individuals expressed their refusal to remain silent in the face of perceived injustice. Additionally, traders from Ganj Bazaar and Lahore Square symbolically set fire to power bills to register their protest.

Simultaneously, in Rawalpindi, demonstrators congregated at Committee Chowk to set fire to their bills. They advocated for the elimination of imposed taxes on electricity and appealed to the government for relief from the financial burden.