800 MW up for grabs: Pakistan opens grid to private sector

Pakistan, Sept. 13 -- 800 MW up for grabs: Pakistan opens grid to private sector Published on: September 13, 2025 5:56 PMPakistan travel packages

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In a major policy shift, Pakistan will auction 800 megawatts (MW) of power wheeling rights through open bidding for the first time. The plan, unveiled by the Ministry of Energy, aims to reduce monopolies and boost private participation in the electricity transmission sector. The government hopes this move will encourage competition, increase efficiency, and lower energy costs.Pakistan travel packages

The auction process is part of the Competitive Trading Bilateral Contract Market (CTBCM) reforms. The Ministry released a draft titl...