Power Division has issued a clarification regarding recent media reports on the audit report, stating that the document being referenced pertains to the fiscal year 2023-24 and is not linked to the current government’s tenure.
According to a spokesperson for the Power Division, the audit report is over a year old and should not be viewed in the context of recent reforms and actions taken under the present administration.
“This is an initial report, and further documentation and evidence will be submitted in due course,” the spokesperson said, adding that the report will be reviewed across multiple forums for a comprehensive analysis.
The spokesperson emphasized that the government had already recognized the need for urgent reforms in the power sector, even before the release of the audit report.
“Overbilling and inaccurate meter readings were undoubtedly the most critical and longstanding issues within the sector,” the spokesperson stated. “Federal Minister for Power, Awais Leghari, has repeatedly acknowledged these concerns, and significant, historic steps have already been taken to address them.”
The Power Division reiterated its commitment to transparency and accountability while continuing to push forward with sector-wide reforms aimed at improving efficiency and service delivery.
