ISLAMABAD, Feb 19 (APP):Federal Minister for Power Sardar Awais Ahmed Khan Leghari on Thursday directed that all net metering applications submitted up to February 8 be processed under the previous regulations.
The decision safeguards applicants who filed before the deadline from being affected by subsequent regulatory changes.
According to the announcement, all electricity distribution companies, including K-Electric, have been instructed to provide net metering facilities to these applicants and to ensure immediate implementation of the orders.
Currently, a total of 5,165 applications have been submitted across all distribution companies, including K-Electric, by February 8. These applications represent a cumulative capacity of 250.822 megawatts, which will be added to the national grid once processed.
The decision by Federal Minister for Power Sardar Awais Ahmed Khan Leghari has removed uncertainties surrounding existing net metering applications. He also directed the authorities to ensure transparency in the processing of all requests.
Consumers have been advised to register any complaints by calling the helpline at 118.