Industries still seeking business friendly energy policy.

Byline: Khalil Ahmed

Mr Ahmed Chinoy is a businessman by profession and social activist by nature. Being in his profession for over 25 years with a vast experience and knowledge, he is associated with the textile industry since the beginning of his career. He is also the current/past Chairman of Pakistan Cloth Merchants Association, an organization looking after the trade regulations with regards to textiles in the country. His business has diversified into more categories that are Construction Development, Project Management and Controlled Poultry Farms.

He has served as the CPLC Chief for over 6 years and is associated with multiple NGOs working for the betterment of the country in different fields such as health, law and order situation, education and other departments. This work has led him to be the recipient of two highly prestigious National Awards: Sitara-e-Imtiaz and Hilal-e-Imtiaz. He is currently serving as the Director of Pakistan Stock Exchange.

PAGE: Could you tell us about the energy issues for the industry in Pakistan?

Ahmed Chinoy: Energy plays a very key role in the development of any industry. And a crisis in this sector damages the whole unit. There is a major shortage in terms of supply and voltage. Industries suffer and therefore lack behind...