Murtaza for exploiting renewable energy resources,

Minister Information assures regional journalists of solving their problems

LAHORE – Caretaker Minister for Information and Broadcasting Murtaza Solangi asserted on Sunday that President Dr Arif Alvi should adhere to his constitutional role rather than acting as the spokesperson for a specific political group.

Interacting with media here, the minister criticised the president for displaying partiality through his statements when impartiality was expected. He pointed out that the president had been issuing statements favouring a particular party for the past two months along with tweets on constitutional matters.

As the symbol of the federation under the constitution, the president should fulfill his responsibilities in alignment with constitutional principles, Solangi said, expressing a desire for continued respect for the nation’s president.

The minister noted that the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) had several spokespersons who could address their concerns through appropriate channels, adding that the caretaker government would respond to the PTI’s letter in writing.

Regarding concerns about a level0playing field for upcoming elections, Solangi encouraged parties or individuals with complaints to approach the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP). He pledged the caretaker government’s support for the ECP under the constitution and law, adding that it would address complaints within its jurisdiction and in accordance with the constitution and law.

The minister also reiterated the ECP’s responsibility for conducting free, fair, transparent and impartial elections.

Responding to another question, Solangi emphasised the democratic nature of negotiations and reservations, affirming everyone’s right to complain.

Addressing concerns about expensive electricity, Solangi highlighted the burden on the common man. He acknowledged the caretaker government’s limited participation in alternative energy, but emphasised the importance of exploring such sources.

Solangi advocated for harnessing solar energy and urged future governments to continue focusing on alternative energy, noting extensive cooperation from China in the energy sector.

Murtaza Solangi on Sunday underlined the need for exploiting the untapped potential of renewable energy resources in the country to minimize carbon emission in the environment and reduce the import bill. Addressing the opening ceremony of LONGi Solar’s Lahore office, he said renewable energy resources such as solar and wind were abundantly present in Pakistan and there was a strong need to reap its benefits.

He said currently the country produced 58.8 per cent of its electricity through expensive and unaffordable means such as coal and fuel that not only impacted the environment adversely but also economy, trade and people.

The minister said the previous government approved 10,000 megawatts solar energy projects and efforts were underway to materialize them. However, the next elected government and parliament should also continue the same policy for betterment of the country.

He congratulate the LONGi Solar for achieving the milestone and expressed his gratitude for China that had been supporting Pakistan’s initiatives for energy production through renewable energy resources.

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