Govt to Announce ‘Winter Package’ for Power Sector: Shehbaz

Islamabad (TDI): Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced on Tuesday that the government would introduce a “winter package” to provide relief in the power sector.

He made these remarks while chairing a federal cabinet meeting at his office.

“This package would bring ‘good news’ for the energy sector, especially with the onset of winter when energy demand and consumption patterns change,” he said.

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The premier further said that the government was keen on bringing the interest down further. The move, he believed, would bolster Pakistan’s economy and reduce the debt burden by up to Rs1,300 billion.

Hajj Policy 2025: Installment Plan for Pilgrims

Earlier, the Federal cabinet also approved the Hajj Policy 2025 and the appointment of new members to the Public-Private Partnership Authority.

The cabinet reviewed not only the Hajj Policy 2025 but also current legislation and the ongoing economic and political situation and agreements aimed at enhancing national infrastructure and governance.

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One of the major decisions taken in today’s meeting was the approval of the Hajj Policy for 2025, following recommendations made by the Ministry of Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony.

The policy introduces several important changes aimed at improving the overall experience for Pakistani pilgrims and ensuring transparency in the process.

According to the new policy, children under the age of 12 will not be allowed to travel for Hajj this year. The government has set the stage for a computerized balloting system for the distribution of Hajj quotas.