Pakistan, April 17 -- The federal government has abolished the free electricity units facility for employees of the power sector, according to official media reports. The decision marks a major policy shift in the energy sector. The move is significant as it directly impacts utility employees across the country.

Power Minister Awais Leghari said the decision was taken for the first time in the country's history under the current leadership. He added that the Lahore High Court accepted the Power Division's petition regarding the matter. Moreover, he described the step as a long-standing public demand.

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The minister said ending free electricity units was necessary...