Pakistan’s Senate Standing Committee on Economic Affairs has reported uncovering major irregularities in a Rs 27 billion solar energy project implemented in Sindh.
The committee meeting, chaired by Senator Saifullah Abro, heard officials from the Sindh Planning Division present evidence of serious corruption in the scheme.
The project was designed to distribute solar panels to underprivileged communities but reportedly suffered widespread irregularities at several stages of execution overall.
Officials told the committee that two separate inquiries had already been completed, both confirming misuse of funds and manipulation during implementation process.
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According to the briefing, solar panels priced at around Rs 21,000 were allegedly procured for up to Rs 60,000 each costs reported.
Committee members said this pricing disparity indicated deliberate profiteering and favoritism in the awarding of contracts under the project framework overall reportedly.
Senator Kamal Ali Agha condemned the alleged misuse of public funds, calling the diversion of money meant for the poor a serious crime.
Chairman Saifullah Abro said NGOs were selected without a proper tender process, and funds were channelled to chosen individuals through a pre-planned scheme.
The committee directed that the relevant secretary be summoned again at the next session, along with complete records and documentation for scrutiny.
