Days after issuing a stern warning to the federal government about the ongoing power outages in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur on Sunday reiterated his demand for an urgent resolution to the power load-shedding crisis.
In a meeting with Federal Energy Minister Awais Leghari and Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi, Chief Minister Gandapur expressed his frustration over the power situation in his province. He emphasized that the persistent load-shedding was becoming unbearable and hinted that he might resort to actions previously warned of if the issue is not addressed promptly.
Sources privy to the meeting reported that both federal ministers assured Chief Minister Gandapur of their commitment to taking all possible measures to reduce load-shedding in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. They stressed their intention to collaborate with the provincial government to find a sustainable solution to the power crisis.
A statement issued by the Ministry of Interior highlighted that Chief Minister Gandapur met with Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi and Federal Energy Minister Awais Ahmad Khan Leghari at the Ministry of Interior. During this meeting, they discussed the current situation in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, focusing particularly on the electricity load-shedding and other pressing issues.
The federal ministers and Chief Minister Gandapur agreed to resolve all issues through mutual consultation. They acknowledged the importance of cooperative efforts to address the power supply challenges facing the province. Additionally, it was decided to convene another meeting on Monday to further discuss and expedite the resolution of the load-shedding problem.
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has been grappling with severe power outages for an extended period, affecting both residential and commercial sectors. The prolonged load-shedding has led to widespread discontent among residents and has strained the province’s economic activities. Chief Minister Gandapur’s recent warnings to the federal government were a reflection of the mounting pressure on the provincial administration to find immediate solutions.
The federal government’s assurance to take every possible measure to mitigate the load-shedding in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa is a critical step towards addressing the energy crisis. The involvement of high-ranking federal ministers indicates the central government’s recognition of the severity of the issue and its commitment to collaborating with the provincial government.
The agreement between the federal ministers and the Chief Minister to resolve the issues through mutual consultation underscores the importance of a collaborative approach. Effective communication and cooperation between the federal and provincial governments are essential to devise and implement strategies that can alleviate the power outages and bring relief to the affected populations.
The upcoming meeting on Monday is expected to delve deeper into the specifics of the measures to be taken to reduce load-shedding. It is anticipated that concrete plans will be laid out, focusing on both immediate relief and long-term solutions to ensure a stable power supply in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
