Pakistan, April 28 -- Although the government has, for now, rebutted swirling rumours of a tax imposition on solar panel users, the very fact that Power Division contemplated such a measure would further tarnish its image in a country where electricity costs are already exorbitant.

Another proposed policy to introduce overall metering, in direct violation of the 2017 Net Metering Policy aimed at promoting alternative energy sources, has sparked widespread concern. At a time when households and businesses are struggling to keep up with high costs, the government's stance on solar panels raises questions about its commitment to easing the burden on the people. When scheduled and forced load shedding, along with frequent power outages and f...