National Assembly to Debate Job Security of GENCOs Employees–Power Division’s Official Notice

GENCOs Employees’ Job Uncertainty Sparks National Assembly Discussion:

The Ministry of Energy (Power Division) is set to address a Calling Attention Notice (CAN) regarding the non-absorption of employees of Generation Companies (GENCOs) into various Distribution Companies (DISCOs) and other affiliated organizations under the Power Division. This decision has raised serious concerns among affected employees and the public due to its long-term employment implications.

✔Key Highlights of the Notice:

• The National Assembly Session on February 10, 2025, will discuss this pressing issue.
• Several Members of the National Assembly (MNAs) have raised concerns over the impact on GENCOs employees.
• The Minister for Power Division will provide an official response.
• The Power Division has been directed to submit briefs and working papers to the National Assembly on priority.

This discussion is expected to be crucial for the future of GENCOs employees, as it could lead to policy revisions or alternative employment solutions. The issue has sparked public debate as many employees and their families are facing uncertainty about their future employment status. Please find the official notification below:

Government of Pakistan
Ministry of Energy
(Power Division)

Dated Lahore the 27 January, 2025

To

No. DD(M)/Dengue/2025
GOVERNMENT OF THE PUNJAB
SCHOOL EDUCATION DEPARTMENT
(MONITORING WING)

SUBJECT:             CALLING ATTENTION NOTICE

                              Kindly find enclosed herewith a copy of the National Assembly Secretariat’s letter No. C.A.N No. 2/2025-Motions (13th Session), dated 23-1-2025 on the subject cited above and to convey that the Calling Attention Notice moved by various Members of the National Assembly will be discussed in the National Assembly Session on 10^th February, 2025. The honorable Minister for Power has to respond to it :-

“We invite the attention of the Minister for Energy (Power Division) to a matter of urgent public importance regarding recent decision to not absorb employees of the Generation Companies (GENCOs) into various distribution Companies (DISCOs) and other organizations/attached departments under the Power Division which has created significant issues and far-reaching implications for the affected employees, causing grave concern amongst the public”.

2.                           It is requested that approved brief/working papers on the subject calling attention notice may kindly be furnished to this Section Today Positively for information of the Minister for Power.

3.                           It is also requested to kindly brief the honorable Minister for Power Division on the subject calling attention notice, please.

Encl: As Above.

Section Officer Council

U.O.No. No.5(3)/2022 N.A-Council                                                      Dated 07-02-2025

Ensuring Job Security & Fair Policies for Power Sector Employees:

The non-absorption of GENCOs employees into DISCOs and other organizations under the Power Division has triggered widespread debate. The decision affects thousands of employees, raising questions about job security, career progression, and long-term stability in Pakistan’s energy sector.

✔Why This Matter is Important:

• Employees facing job uncertainty require immediate clarity from the government.
• The decision may impact the overall performance of power sector organizations.
• Affected employees and labor unions are demanding policy revisions to ensure fairness.
• The outcome of this National Assembly session could set a precedent for future employment policies in government-run entities.

The government must strike a balance between organizational restructuring and ensuring fair treatment for employees who have dedicated years of service to the energy sector. Stakeholders, including labor unions, policymakers, and industry experts, are closely watching this session, which could influence future employment policies in Pakistan’s power sector.

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