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Government Intensifies Crackdown on Power Theft

Islamabad: Relevant government departments are pressing on with their actions against power pilferage, resulting in significant recoveries and arrests in the past week.

According to a statement by Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, authorities have managed to recover more than 783 million rupees in their ongoing efforts to combat electricity theft across the nation. The crackdown has also led to the arrest of 109 individuals involved in power theft activities.

This operation reflects the government’s commitment to addressing the issue of power pilferage, which has been a persistent problem affecting the country’s energy sector. The efforts aim to stabilize the power supply system and ensure that resources are used efficiently.

The Ministry emphasized the importance of these measures in safeguarding the nation’s energy infrastructure and enhancing overall economic stability. The actions taken are part of a broader initiative to curb illegal activities that impact the power distribution network.

Further details on future plans to continue this crackdown were not disclosed, but the authorities reaffirmed their determination to address power pilferage with continued rigor.

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