Senate panel wants regional power rates studied

The Senate Standing Committee on Power on Tuesday asked the government to conduct a comparative analysis of electricity tariffs in neighbouring and regional countries since huge power bills have made electricity unaffordable for an average person in Pakistan. The committee chairman, Senator Mohsin Aziz, emphasised the importance of resolving issues with independent power producers (IPPs), which have become a significant burden on the nation. Mr Aziz reminded the government that the issue of IPPs is long overdue, and the the current situation has left the people struggling with unaffordable electricity rates and industries considering ceasing operations.