Disco's 100 corrupt SDOs, XENs identifies; Energy Minister orders disciplinary action

Federal Minister for Energy Awais Ahmad Khan Leghari directed stern action against all those field officials of DISCOs who showed poor performance, reported 24NewsHD TV channel on Wednesday.

According to details, 100 SDOs and XENs were identified who showed poor performance and were involved in corruption.

The Minister further directed that disciplinary action be taken against SDOs, chief executive officers (CEOs), and XENs involved in corruption.

A spokesman from the power division said that PESCO and SEPCO also suspended many officials who failed to address public complaints in a timely.

The spokesman further said that lists of corrupt officials have already been finalized and forwarded for necessary action.

The federal minister expressed his disappointment and displeasure with not addressing public complaints.

He said that Call Centre Form 118 was established to strengthen collaboration between consumers and DISCOs.

The federal minister said that a comprehensive system should be implemented for the removal of complaints. He said that the performance of all SDOs and XENs will be published in quarterly reports.

Reporter: Awais Kiyani