Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has taken immediate notice of the new solar regulations issued by the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) and directed authorities to ensure full protection of existing consumer contracts.

Chairing a high-level special meeting in Islamabad, the prime minister instructed the Power Division to immediately file an appeal with NEPRA. He emphasized that the rights and agreements of current solar consumers must be safeguarded at all costs to maintain public confidence in renewable energy policies.

The prime minister also highlighted the need to ensure fairness in the electricity system. He said the financial burden caused by 466000 solar users should not fall unfairly on more than 37.6 million consumers who rely solely on electricity from the national grid. He directed the Power Division to prepare a comprehensive plan that balances the interests of both solar and non-solar consumers.

Officials briefed the prime minister on the implications of the new solar regulations and their impact on electricity tariffs and grid stability. The government’s quick response signals its intention to prevent uncertainty and protect investments made by solar users across Pakistan.

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The meeting was attended by Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar, federal ministers Ahad Khan Cheema, Attaullah Tarar, Ali Pervaiz Malik, Sardar Awais Khan Leghari, Minister of State Bilal Azhar Kayani, Adviser on Privatisation Muhammad Ali, and other senior officials.

The government’s intervention is expected to reassure solar users and ensure a balanced and sustainable energy framework.