Policy Matters - Result-Less Energy Conservation Plan

Byline: Ali Sheikh Prime Minister Syed Yusuf Raza Gilani has recently announced measures to save 500 megawatts per day in the country as a short term strategy under national energy conservation plan which included two-day off, closure of business by 8 p.m., and clearance of Rs 116 billion circular debt, He announced this strategy at a press conference following a three-day energy conference that deliberated on the severe power shortage crisis Gilani said the government was sincere and fully cognizant of the suffering of the masses and was taking practical measures to address this crucial issue.