Karachi: President KATI Faraz-ur-RehmanIn his statement, expressed concern over the alleged meeting, noting that it was indicated that KATI officials were involved in discussions with SSGC officials regarding a gas supply agreement. However, he clarified that there had been no such meeting with SSGC representatives and no agreement had been reached on the gas supply.
Further details surrounding the alleged meeting revealed a disturbing aspect of the situation. President Faraz-ur-Rehman highlighted reports of threatening behavior from the Sui Gas authorities during the supposed meeting, which was deeply troubling. He condemned any attempts to force and intimidate industrialists into signing contracts, thereby affecting their operations and business activities.
President Faraz-ur-Rehman asserted that the industrialists of the Korangi Industrial Area would collectively decide on their future actions through consultation with KATI. He brought attention to the adverse consequences of continuous gas shutdowns, which severely impacted industrial production and posed challenges for exporters.
Urging the attention of the Prime Minister and the Federal Minister of Energy, President Faraz-ur-Rehman demanded immediate action against the alleged uncivil behavior and threats made by SSGC authorities to industrialists who were unwilling to sign contracts. The reported statements, where industrialists were faced a gas supply cut-off, raised serious concerns about the conduct of SSGC officials, and he stressed the need for strict measures to be taken against them.
Highlighting the critical role industrialists play in the economy, President Faraz-ur-Rehman reminded us that they contribute significantly to the government’s revenue through taxes and gas usage. However, he emphasized that defamatory behavior towards them was unacceptable. He called upon the government and the SSGC Managing Director to take immediate and stringent action against those responsible for such actions.
As the situation unfolds, both KATI and the industrialists of Korangi Industrial Area await a resolution and hope for a fair and respectful approach from the authorities involved. The matter has garnered attention, and stakeholders are looking forward to a satisfactory resolution in the interest of the industry and the region’s economic stability.
