Recently Sui Gas Company has started replacing old gas meters with new ones in Islamabad. In answer to my query, the person replacing the meter said that the management had decided to replace all meters which were more than five years old, even if they are in perfect working condition. He also mentioned that consumer would not be required to pay. This replacement would be understandable, if the meters were replaced with smart meters, which would eliminate meter readers. However, the new meters are similar to the old ones but appear less sturdy. Therefore the only obvious reason for this unnecessary expenditure is to benefit the meter manufacturer. Although I do not expect any response to this apparent case of corruption, could the concerned ministry look into it and explain this wastage of funds, when more important gas infrastructure is in a mess!
FAYYAZ UR REHMAN,
Islamabad, March 25.