ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif Thursday announced the Roshan Economy Power Package aimed at accelerating growth in Pakistan’s industrial and agricultural sectors. The announcement came during a meeting with experts and representatives from both industries at the Prime Minister’s Office.
Under the newly introduced package, industrial and agricultural consumers will receive additional electricity at concessional rates over the next three years, from November 2025 to October 2028.
According to the Prime Minister, the cost of additional electricity units, which currently stands at Rs 34 per unit for industries and Rs 38 per unit for the agriculture sector, will be substantially reduced. Over the next three years, both sectors will be supplied with extra electricity at a rate of Rs 22.98 per unit throughout the year.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif emphasized that the financial burden of this discounted electricity will not be transferred to domestic consumers or any other sectors. He commended Federal Minister for Power Sardar Awais Leghari and his team for their dedicated efforts in preparing this package.
“The development of industry and agriculture is essential for national economic progress and job creation,” the Prime Minister stated. “We are taking all possible measures to enhance competitiveness and business convenience for our industrial and agricultural sectors.”
He further highlighted that during the previous winter’s power relief package, industrial and agricultural sectors utilized an additional 410 gigawatts of electricity, which helped increase production, boost exports, and create employment opportunities.
“The journey from economic crisis to stability has been challenging, but through the hard work of our economic team and your cooperation, we have made it possible,” the Prime Minister added.
He reaffirmed that growth in industry and agriculture will play a crucial role in freeing Pakistan from reliance on external loans. “By the grace of Allah, our improved policies have strengthened economic indicators. Yet, much work remains, and with collective effort and commitment, we will achieve the goal of economic self-sufficiency,” he concluded.
PM Shehbaz Meeting With Business Leaders
Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif also held a meeting with prominent industrialists and business leaders to review the country’s economic progress and explore ways to enhance investment opportunities.
During the meeting, representatives from various sectors of the economy and industry shared their concerns and presented recommendations for improving different government initiatives.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif directed officials to devise an effective strategy based on the suggestions presented by the participants. He emphasized the importance of sustainable economic growth and long-term development through close collaboration with the business community.
The meeting focused on reducing industrial production costs, making local products more competitive in regional markets, and promoting international investment in Pakistan’s industrial and commercial sectors.
Business leaders appreciated the government’s ongoing efforts toward achieving macroeconomic stability. They noted that with continued focus and effective policies, Pakistan’s economic environment could become even more conducive to local and foreign investment.
The meeting was attended by Federal Minister for Finance Muhammad Aurangzeb, Federal Minister for Energy Sardar Owais Ahmad Khan Leghari, Federal Minister for Economic Affairs Division Ahad Khan Cheema, Federal Minister for Railways Hanif Abbasi, Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting Attaullah Tarar, Federal Minister for Commerce Jam Kamal, Federal Minister for National Food Security Rana Tanveer Hussain, Federal Minister for Information Technology Shiza Fatima Khawaja, Minister of State for Finance Bilal Azhar Kayani, and senior officials from the concerned ministries.
