Egyptian Minister of Electricity, Dr. Mahmoud Esmat, continues his field tours to monitor the workflow and assess the implementation rates of operational plans, and the level of services provided to citizens. On Sunday, he made a surprise visit to the New City Networks sector in the 10th of Ramadan City, East of the Suez Canal, which is affiliated with the Canal Company for Electricity Distribution. This sector serves several cities, including the 10th of Ramadan, Al-Shorouk, Badr, Heliopolis, and El-Hakstep.
During his visit, Dr. Esmat reviewed the latest developments in the plan to improve energy efficiency and rationalize consumption, especially in the industrial sector. He also monitored the commitment to quality and safety standards, ensuring a stable and continuous electricity supply. The minister examined the rates of purchased and sold electrical energy and discussed operation reports, performance rates, and the quality of services provided to citizens.
The minister inspected different sectors within the New City Networks and reviewed the emergency plan, safety and health requirements, and the implementation rates of procedures to improve energy efficiency and rationalize consumption. He also followed up on cooperation and communication mechanisms with industrial sector subscribers to raise electricity consumption efficiency. Dr. Esmat listened to a detailed explanation from operation officials about the latest developments in the work plan and providing a stable electrical supply.
Dr. Esmat reviewed the rates of faults, collection rates, and arrears, as well as reports from inspection and follow-up committees, and the rates of judicial control documents and violations. He discussed the mechanisms for dealing with subscribers' reports and complaints, stressing the importance of continuous follow-up and communication with them to ensure the quality of services provided and facilitate services for applicants.
The minister emphasized that the plan to improve energy efficiency and rationalize electricity consumption, implemented in cooperation with various partners, is an effective tool for achieving energy availability and reducing fuel consumption. He stressed that citizens are partners in the development of the electricity sector and have the right to receive a decent service that matches the sector's development.
Dr. Esmat pointed out the importance of improving operation quality, increasing returns from the fuel unit used in energy generation, and upgrading the level of electrical services through field presence. He directed a thorough review of consumption rates in various areas and continued to take necessary measures to limit the phenomenon of electricity theft.
Dr. Esmat concluded that the field visits aim to assess the current situation and identify areas for improvement. He emphasized the importance of collaboration between the ministry and other government agencies to achieve the desired goals. The minister's visit is part of his efforts to improve the performance of the electricity sector and provide better services to citizens.
Key points
- The minister emphasized the importance of citizen participation in the development of the electricity sector.
- The visit aimed to assess the current situation and identify areas for improvement in the New City Networks sector.
- The minister directed a thorough review of consumption rates in various areas to limit electricity theft.
