Pakistan, Aug. 9 -- Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has fulfilled his commitment by securing approval for a 100 MW solar photovoltaic power plant in Gilgit-Baltistan. The National Economic Council (NEC) granted approval just two days after the PM's announcement during his recent visit to the region. Following this, work on the project will officially begin, marking a key step in addressing local energy needs.

The solar power project aims to provide clean, off-grid electricity to hospitals, government offices, and communities throughout Gilgit-Baltistan's districts. Areas to benefit include Astor, Diamer, Ghanche, Ghizer, Gilgit, Hunza, Nagar, Skardu, and Shigar, helping reduce reliance on expensive and polluting energy sources.

The projec...