EAD Urges NTDC to Expedite Dasu Project Construction, Set to Meet End-Dec 2025 Deadline.

The Economic Affairs Division (EAD) has instructed the National Transmission and Despatch Company (NTDC) to speed up construction on the Dasu hydropower project, aiming for completion by the end of December 2025. A recent meeting chaired by Economic Affairs Minister Ahad Cheema discussed the progress and challenges faced by foreign-funded projects, with a focus on addressing delays that hinder disbursements and prolong project timelines. The EAD has directed the Power Division and NTDC to expedite construction and ensure timely compensation to landowners. The deadline for completing the project is December 2025, with a focus on meeting operational requirements in advance to facilitate power evacuation efficiently. [Extracted from the article]