Punjab and Sindh announce changes in solar policies – check here

The Power Division has given a clear explanation about solar net metering and NEPRA licenses. According to a spokesperson, it is not correct to say that the federal government gives licenses for solar net metering. These licenses are handled by National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) under its own rules.

The spokesperson said that all electricity companies must follow NEPRA’s regulations. Any confusion about licensing should be cleared by the Ministry of Energy or the Power Division. Linking government orders directly to the licensing process is not based on facts.

Punjab Solar Panel Scheme

In Punjab, Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has extended the deadline for the free solar panel scheme. Now, people can apply until December this year.

Who Can Apply?

• Households using up to 200 electricity units per month
• Categories include:
  • Up to 50 units (Lifeline)
  • 51–100 units (Lifeline)
  • 0–100 units (Reserved)
  • 101–200 units (Unreserved)
• Consumers with electricity load up to 2 kW

People can apply through the official website or by sending their electricity bill reference number and CNIC to 8800.

Sindh Solar Scheme

In Sindh, Nisar Ahmed Khuhro has launched Phase II of a solar project. Under this plan, 275,000 poor families will receive free solar systems.

The launch event was held in Qambar Shahdad Kot, where solar kits were distributed to families. Khuhro said this project follows the vision of Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, who wants every home to have electricity through solar energy.

He added that 10,000 solar kits will be given in Qambar Shahdad Kot district alone.