Islamabad's recent decision to hand over control of power distribution companies (Discos) to the provinces could prove to be highly beneficial for the federal government, provinces and citizens alike, but it is more likely to worsen problems related to the power sector.

This is because moving control to the provinces will help ensure more localised management, which would be more invested in maximising the benefit derived from their local Discos. Unfortunately, local control does not mean better or more competent management, and........

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