Pakistan, April 30 -- The Pakistan Peoples Party Parliamentarians (PPPP) Senators on Monday demanded the Upper House of the Parliament to direct a probe into social media propaganda on the government's alleged intention to tax solar power consumers.

Senator Palmas Mohammad Zai Khan while taking to the floor on point of order demanded the House to take note of the issue as social media hearsays led to a huge outcry in the public already burdened by skyrocketing inflation and a rise in gas and electricity tariffs.

Senator Khan said, "If there is any idea to tax solar power-consuming households then it's tantamount to a conspiracy against the sitting government and a wise move that will further break the backbone of the masses already batt...