Citizens’ transactions, MEW power bills tied
KD 550 million outstanding
KUWAIT CITY, April 16: In a move aimed at streamlining transactions and ensuring the fulfillment of financial obligations, the Ministry of Electricity, Water, and Renewable Energy has initiated coordination with the Ministry of Interior to establish electronic connectivity. This connectivity will require citizens to settle their outstanding dues to the Ministry of Electricity before proceeding with transactions related to the Ministry of Interior, reports Al-Jarida daily.
Reliable sources have disclosed that this collaborative effort between the ministries is geared towards enhancing efficiency and accountability in financial matters. The successful implementation of a similar electronic linkage between the Ministry of Electricity and the Ministry of Interior in the past, which mandated expatriates to clear their dues before departing the country, yielded significant results in debt recovery. This precedent has prompted the Ministry of Electricity to undertake proactive measures to facilitate the collection of outstanding dues from citizens.
It is emphasized that citizens who commit to settling their accrued debts to the Ministry of Electricity, either in full or through installment plans, will be permitted to proceed with their transactions. The primary objective of this initiative is to ensure the settlement of longstanding debts owed to the Ministry, without unduly impeding the interests of citizens or residents.
Statistics provided by the Ministry indicate that total collections for the fiscal year 2023/2024 amounted to approximately 500 million dinars, inclusive of associated fees. Furthermore, it is noted that several government entities owe substantial sums to the Electricity Authority, with outstanding debts reaching around 550 million dinars.
This concerted effort between the Ministries of Electricity, Water, and Renewable Energy, and the Ministry of Interior underscores a commitment to financial integrity and accountability, while also facilitating smoother administrative processes for citizens.