The government's ongoing campaign against electricity theft has resulted in the recovery of Rs 144.35 billion since its inception in September 2023, with authorities apprehending more than 114,900 individuals involved in power theft across the country.
In the past week alone, law enforcement agencies recovered over Rs 750 million and arrested 595 individuals during targeted operations nationwide, demonstrating the campaign's continued momentum.
The crackdown, aimed at addressing the country's economic challenges and resolving the persistent power crisis, has emerged as a crucial component of the government's broader economic recovery strategy.
Relevant authorities have affirmed their commitment to maintaining these operations until the complete elimination of electricity theft across the country, signaling a long-term approach to addressing power sector losses.
The initiative represents part of a comprehensive effort to stabilize the power sector and improve the nation's economic outlook through systematic revenue recovery and enforcement measures.
