SNGPL Retracts Allegations Against Jazz

Staff Report

The Sui Northern Gas Pipeline Limited (SNGPL) issued a media statement retracting its previous claim of Jazz’s alleged involvement in gas theft at a mobile tower site in Karak, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.

The two companies engaged in a media war after SNGPL accused Jazz of gas theft, followed by a PKR 10 billion defamation notice served by Jazz, terming it frivolous.

Later, SNGPL concluded its findings, giving a clean chit to the mobile company Jazz.
This timely acknowledgment of the error by SNGPL is a positive sign of maturity and responsibility.

Both of these companies hold critical roles in driving Pakistan’s economy forward. This incident serves as a reminder of the importance of accurate information and cooperation among key players in the economic landscape of Pakistan.

Earlier Jazz reiterated its stance that there’s no provision for natural gas use at any of its network sites across the country, a fact that is also corroborated by the picture of the diesel generator that SNGPL itself shared in its X (formerly Twitter) post on the matter.
Accusing Jazz of gas theft at one of its sites is frivolous and lacks merit.

SNGPL’s allegation against Jazz, which is a significant contributor to the national economy, holds no basis. Moreover, baseless accusations like this can undermine investor confidence and potentially have a negative impact on the country’s economy.

Jazz ensures that its electricity and fuel arrangements are completely legitimate. As part of its backup power plan, Jazz has established agreements with third-party vendors to exclusively supply diesel fuel for generators at multiple locations.