Five-Year-Closed National Asset Reactivated

**Islamabad (Qudrat Daily):** A major and historic development has emerged in Pakistan’s energy sector as the Jamshoro Power Plant, a national asset that had remained closed for the past five years, has been reactivated.

The Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC) played a key role in the restoration of the project. Through its effective facilitation, a long-standing impasse was resolved and significant improvements were made in the regulatory environment.

The revival of the power plant is expected to result in annual savings of approximately **$200 million**, while generating around **Rs 3 billion** in tax revenue each year. As a result of this development, **Sui Southern Gas Company** is expected to earn up to **$2 billion** in revenue.

With SIFC’s facilitation, an annual revenue potential of **$250 million** has been restored. The reactivation of the plant will also create nearly **5,000 direct and indirect employment opportunities**.

Due to increased local production, the energy needs of more than **750,000 households** will be met. The revival of the Jamshoro Joint Venture Limited power plant is being described as a revolutionary step in Pakistan’s energy sector.