A. 200 MW
B. 300 MW
C. 400 MW
D. 800 MW

The government has started the first competitive power auction under the Competitive Trading Bilateral Contracts Market (CTBCM).

• 400 MW has been offered in the first phase.
• The overall plan is to auction 800 MW over five years.
• Large business and industrial consumers will be able to purchase electricity directly from power producers.
• The Independent System and Market Operator (Ismo) invited proposals for the auction.
• The reform is intended to move Pakistan’s electricity market towards greater competition.

Related Questions

Q1. What does CTBCM stand for?
A: Competitive Trading Bilateral Contracts Market.

Q2. Which organisation announced the auction?
A: Independent System and Market Operator (Ismo).

Q3. What is the total planned auction capacity over five years?
A: 800 MW.