Pakistan, Jan. 15 -- Pakistan's energy sector reforms have shown measurable results, with electricity distribution company (DISCO) losses dropping sharply to Rs397 billion, which is Rs242 billion below the target set by the International Monetary Fund.

The IMF had set an annual loss ceiling of Rs649 billion for DISCOs, but tighter financial discipline, improved controls, and governance reforms helped the sector maintain losses well below this threshold.

Circular debt also saw a remarkable reduction, falling by Rs780 billion last fiscal year. Officials credit this improvement to better economic policies, strict fiscal management, and enhanced oversight across the power sector.

Out of Rs1,323 billion allocated for power subsidies, only R...