Maryam announces free solar panels distribution from Aug 14

LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has announced distribution of free solar panels among the people from August 14. She said those using up to 200 units could acquire free solar panels from August 14. People using more than 200 units and up to 500 units will receive solar panels on making 10 per cent payment in designated banks. The Punjab government will pay 90 per cent of the total amount for solar panels to people using electricity up to 500 units. The interest-free payment for solar panels will be made in five years and will be carried out through banks.

In the light of CM’s announcement, the modus operandi regarding the provision of solar panels to people has been settled.

The chief minister said: “People’s electricity bills will be reduced by 40 per cent with the provision of solar panels. It is my sole mission to provide maximum relief to people. Despite difficult circumstances, we are standing with people and will continue to do so.”

Meanwhile, Maryam expressed grief over the death of a nine-year-old child due to drowning in a pit of an under-construction flyover in Ahmedpur Sharqia. She expressed condolence with the bereaved family over the tragic incident. She sought a report from the district administration and directed to ensure strict implementation of safety guidelines on development projects. Maryam Nawaz also expressed grief over the loss of human lives in roof collapse incidents during rain. She expressed sympathies with the bereaved families. She appealed to people to adopt preventive measures during torrential rains and to stay away from electricity installations.