Federal Minister for Power, Awais Leghari, has announced that the government is considering implementing a prepaid meter system for electricity, similar to the prepaid system used for mobile phones.

During a press conference in Multan, Leghari stated that the government is striving to reduce electricity theft, which has been a significant issue.

He emphasized that electricity theft is unacceptable and that measures are being taken to curb it. He also highlighted that efforts are underway to provide convenience to electricity consumers.

Leghari assured that relief measures will be extended to ordinary citizens. He revealed that discussions are ongoing with power distribution companies to ensure that the Rs. 45 billion relief package reaches every consumer.

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He further stated that the capacity payment has doubled due to the depreciation of the Pakistani Rupee. However, he assured that electricity prices will decrease significantly within a year.