Govt can provide subsidies, like waiving taxes, on kerosene and LPG in these areas

There are proposals to stop expansion of gas network, new connections in residential sector

High-profile loss reduction activity backed by a strategy and action plan is a must

Should also plug leakages, reduce T&D losses to heal the ailing sector

Govt must act decisively, implement reform proposals without further loss of time

Resources should be diverted to better opportunities which may have larger impact on economic activity

High rates of return increase generation cost, hurt consumers and economy

NEPRA, OGRA should be merged to create big resource pool, enhance efficiency

Gas import can be avoided as much as possible if country has alternatives

Lower diesel prices can play key role in reducing production cost, making exports competitive