ISLAMABAD – Prime Minister (PM) Shehbaz Sharif on Monday approved key electricity projects for Gilgit-Baltistan (GB) and Gwadar, including a 100 MW solar project in GB designed to provide uninterrupted, affordable, and sustainable power supply. The decision was made while he chaired a meeting focused on power sector initiatives in both regions.
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The prime minister issued special directives for the immediate start of the 100 MW solar project in GB, emphasizing the need for clean, environmentally friendly, and dependable electricity. He said the federal government prioritized the welfare and economic development of the people of Gilgit-Baltistan and was committed to promoting investment, industrial activity, and long-term growth.
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During the meeting, PM Shehbaz also approved a comprehensive plan to permanently address electricity challenges in Gwadar Port City. He instructed all institutions to work in close coordination to ensure reliable and affordable power, calling uninterrupted energy supply essential for boosting national economic activity and investment in the region.
Appreciating the recommendations of Ahsan Iqbal’s committee and the Ministry of Energy, the prime minister directed the ministry to ensure effective implementation of immediate, short-term, and long-term reforms. He noted that improved infrastructure and uninterrupted electricity would help transform Gwadar into a world-class port and a future hub of regional trade.
Gilgit-Baltistan solar initiative to be completed by 2027, with annual savings of Rs1bn projected under joint projects.
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Minister for Energy Sardar Awais Ahmad Khan Leghari informed the meeting that power disruptions in Gwadar had already been reduced by 42% due to prompt actions by the ministry. He added that a plan was underway to stabilize voltage levels within six months.
Among short-term measures, 9.7 MW of solar capacity will be installed in major government institutions over the next 8–12 months. In the long term, a 40 MW project will support sustainable electricity supply for Gwadar’s growing industrial and urban demands.
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The 100 MW solar project in GB includes an 18 MW rooftop program and an 82 MW utility-scale component, both expected to be completed by 2027. Joint efforts between the GB government and the Ministry of Energy are projected to save Rs1 billion annually.