Description

The objective of the proposed multitranche financing facility (MFF) is to improve Pakistan's power transmission infrastructure and management. Tranche 1 outputs (subprojects) are for construction of new transmission lines, extension and augmentation of existing substations, and installation of shunt reactor and replacement of protection equipment at 11 grid stations. Tranche 1 includes assistance on the preparation of a safety manual, professional third party project management and information system, capacity development program tailored for the investment program requirements, and an action plan to meet the government's quota for the employment of 10% women.