MULTAN: The Additional Chief Secretary South Punjab, Fuad Hashim Rabbani, highlighted the growing challenge of rising electricity costs in Pakistan and emphasized that expensive electricity not only burdens the general public but also increases production costs for industries, negatively impacting export growth.

He shared these insights while talking to the media persons at the inauguration of the three-day Solar Pakistan Exhibition organized by Fakt Exhibitions at DHA Arena on Friday. Project Director DHA Multan Brig. Ahmad Rizwan Ghuman, President Multan Chamber of Commerce and Industries Mian Rashid Iqbal, and Fakt Exhibitions CEO Saleem Khan Tanoli were also present on this occasion.

The Additional Chief Secretary of South Punjab stated that the government supports exhibitions on renewable energy, noting that projects like solar power offer cheaper electricity and are environmentally friendly, aiding in the fight against climate change.

He said two new solar power plants are being installed in Sout
h Punjab, one in Kot Addu district and another in District Layyah. Additionally, two solar power plants are already operational in Layyah and Bahawalpur districts. He mentioned that major public institutions are transitioning to solar energy, including installations in the under-construction South Punjab Secretariat.

Rabbani stressed the importance of innovation in renewable energy production and improving product quality, noting that the country’s future depends on the adoption of renewable energy sources.