PM Shehbaz promises ‘significant cut’ in power tariffs
Extending Independence Day felicitations to the nation, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday promised a “significant cut” in electricity tariffs in next few days. Currently, he noted, electricity bills are the biggest concern of everybody and without reducing the electricity tariffs, Pakistan’s industry, agriculture, and exports could not grow. Addressing a ceremony held in connection with the 78th Independence Day celebrations, PM Shehbaz said, “The government is working day and night to resolve this [inflated bills] issue.” He added that in next few days the government would give the nation a good news of a significant cut in electricity tariffs. PM Shehbaz urged people, especially the youth, to support the government in its efforts to make the country prosperous, stable and peaceful. “The next few years are crucial for you and the country, so only focus on your studies and attaining skilled-based education, and do not indulge yourself in the negative agenda of the enemy who is out to target you and utilise your capabilities in anti-state activities,” he asked the youth.