Islamabad August 20 2024: Ministry of Power Division on Monday said that the ministry has prepared a draft of standard for setting up of charging stations across the country under prime initiative for the promotion of electric vehicles, motorcycles and electric rickshaws.
Provision of cheap electricity to charging stations was also under consideration, said a statement issue here by the Power Division. Currently, DISCOs are charging electricity usage at PKR 45.55 per unit for charging stations.
Minister for Power Division Sardar Awais Ahmad Khan Leghari said that charging stations would be set up as per the international standard.
The draft would soon be approved from the power division after consultation of all stakeholders, he added. He said electricity connections for charging stations would be provided on priority basis. Smooth power supply and voltage for the charging stations would be ensured, he said.
The minister said the measures would significantly reduce the cost of petrol-powered vehicles. Implementation of such measures would usher in a new era in Pakistan, he added.
He said standard testing centres would be established for testing charging batteries.
