Islamabad (Commerce Desk) — Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has directed the preparation of a comprehensive plan for gas load management during the winter season and called for all necessary advance measures to be ensured.
A meeting chaired by the prime minister was held regarding gas load management during winter, where relevant officials briefed the meeting on gas demand and supply and preparations for the winter season.
The meeting was informed that domestic consumers would be given priority in the supply of locally produced gas, while imported liquefied natural gas (LNG) would be prioritized to meet electricity generation and industrial requirements.
A public awareness campaign will also be launched to encourage domestic consumers to use alternative energy sources instead of locally supplied gas.
The briefing stated that measures are underway to ensure uninterrupted supply from gas reserves in the northern areas.
In view of the prevailing regional situation, the prime minister also directed that all necessary measures be taken to ensure uninterrupted gas imports.
The meeting also considered a proposal to introduce financing facilities through banks to encourage the use of electricity-powered appliances for heating water and homes.
Federal Ministers Rana Tanveer Hussain, Ahad Khan Cheema, Muhammad Aurangzeb and Ali Pervez Malik, Prime Minister’s Adviser Haroon Akhtar, Minister of State Bilal Azhar Kayani and relevant senior government officials attended the meeting.