Power sector
Pakistan’s Combined Power & Gas Circular Debt Surpasses PKR 5 Trillion
Recently, details presented before the National Assembly revealed a massive financial crisis. Specifically, Pakistan’s combined circular debt across the power and gas sectors has officially…
Pakistan Power Generation Costs Rise in August
Pakistan’s power generation increased 5.1% year over year to 14,943 MW in August 2026, but higher fuel prices pushed up the cost of electricity generation,…
Govt Nears GEPCO Sale as 11 Investors Submit EOIs
The privatization process of Gujranwala Electric Power Company (GEPCO) has moved to the evaluation and prequalification stage after the government received 11 Expressions of Interest…
Free Electricity Ends for Power Officers as Govt Approves New Allowance
The federal government has decided to replace the free electricity facility for power sector officers in grades 17 to 21 with a monthly electricity allowance.…
Strong Investor Interest Emerges in GEPCO Privatisation
The privatisation of Gujranwala Electric Power Company (GEPCO) has attracted strong interest from domestic and international investors, with 11 prospective investors submitting Expressions of Interest…
Pakistan’s Power Sector Circular Debt Rises to Rs1.67 Trillion in FY26
Pakistan’s power sector circular debt increased by Rs61 billion during fiscal year 2025-26, reaching Rs1.675 trillion by June 30, 2026, according to official data. The…
Power Sector Circular Debt Falls 33% to Rs. 1.614 Trillion in FY2024-25
The Power Division has announced that Pakistan’s energy sector reforms have reduced circular debt by Rs. 779 billion, bringing the total down by nearly 33…
Govt Bans Power Sector Union Activities for Six Months
The federal government has imposed a six-month ban on union activities across Pakistan’s power sector in an effort to ensure operational stability during ongoing reforms…
Pakistan Power Sector Circular Debt Surges 1,233% in FY26 Despite Lower Overall Stock
Pakistan’s power sector circular debt increased by Rs. 240 billion during the first 10 months of fiscal year 2025-26, reaching Rs. 1.85 trillion by April…
Pakistan Circular Debt Jumps by Rs. 228 Billion After Temporary FY25 Decline
Pakistan’s power sector circular debt has surged once again after showing signs of improvement in FY25, highlighting continued structural challenges in the energy sector. According…
Pakistan’s Power Generation Drops by 10% to 9,498 GWh in April 2026
Pakistan recorded a notable decline in electricity production this past month. Power generation reached 9,498 GWh in April 2026. This figure represents a 10% year-over-year…
Sindh Plans Provincial Power System to Deliver Cheaper Electricity
The Government of Sindh has unveiled plans to develop its own power generation, transmission, and distribution system aimed at providing cheaper electricity to consumers and boosting industrial…
Pakistan Power Circular Debt Rises Rs224 Billion to Rs1.84 Trillion
Pakistan’s power sector circular debt increased by Rs224 billion during the first eight months of the current fiscal year, reaching Rs1.837 trillion by February 2026, raising concerns over persistent…
