The Power Division has denied claims that the government has shared any plan with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to penalize industries for reducing electricity consumption or shifting toward solar energy.
In an official statement, a spokesperson for the Power Division said that no such proposal has been submitted to the IMF and rejected reports suggesting that industrial consumers would face punishment for using less than their sanctioned electricity load or adopting renewable energy sources.
The spokesperson clarified that the report in question was based on a misunderstanding of a tariff proposal currently under review. They emphasized that the proposed changes are not mandatory and do not include any punitive measures.
According to the clarification, the suggested tariff model being considered introduces an alternative structure with different fixed and variable charges across various time periods. The aim, officials said, is to provide consumers with more flexible options based on their energy usage patterns.
Under this proposed framework, industrial users would have the choice to either adopt the new tariff plan or continue under the existing system, with no obligation to switch.
The Power Division further explained that the alternative tariff is designed to better suit industries with stable, round-the-clock electricity demand, potentially offering more predictable costs for such consumers.
Officials stressed that any suggestion of penalties for reduced grid usage or solar adoption is incorrect, adding that public discussion on energy reforms should be based on accurate information to avoid confusion among stakeholders.
