Karachi: The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) is considering the possibility of restricting public hearings. During a recent public hearing on K-Electric’s September Fuel Charge Adjustment (FCA), an intense criticism from a Jamaat-e-Islami representative, turning the discussion into a political matter, led NEPRA members and the chairman to express frustration. Indicating potential limits on future hearings, the NEPRA members advised that political agendas should be avoided in these forums, as negative impressions can impact investor confidence.
Tensions rose when the representative from Jamaat-e-Islami questioned NEPRA’s regulatory procedures. NEPRA members strongly reacted to the personal attacks from the political party’s representative, emphasizing the need to keep public hearing discussions strictly to relevant issues. They also condemned disrespectful remarks against NEPRA members, asserting that certain individuals, when given a chance to speak, resort to personal attacks.
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NEPRA’s Sindh member, Rafiq Ahmed Sheikh, stressed that NEPRA operates under legal frameworks without bias. NEPRA’s legal member, Amina Ahmed, also condemned the inappropriate remarks, suggesting that participants focus on fact-based discussions rather than making “emotional statements.”
Moreover, National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (Nepra) raised concerns on Thursday regarding negotiations with Independent Power Producers (IPPs). These discussions could negatively impact investment in Pakistan. Nepra members expressed their worries during a public hearing on the provisional Fuel Charges Adjustment (FCA) for K-Electric for September 2024. K-Electric has requested a negative adjustment of 16 paisa per unit, aiming to refund Rs 247 million to consumers, plus General Sales Tax.
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