Explanation

• Pakistan inaugurated a solar energy project (solar wall) on May 02, 2019 at UET Lahore.
• It has a capacity of generating 410 kilowatts of electricity.
• The project promotes renewable and clean energy in universities.
• It was installed at a major engineering university in Punjab.

Last verified on 21-04-2026

Explanation

• Quaid-e-Azam Solar Park is located in Bahawalpur.
• It is in the desert area of Lal Sohanra, Cholistan.
• It is the largest solar power plant in Pakistan.
• The park was built in May 2015.
• Installed capacity is 400–600 MW, generating clean energy.
• Total cost of construction was $121 million.

Last verified on 02-04-2026

Explanation

• In Pakistan, the largest share of electricity generation comes from Thermal Energy.
• Thermal power plants generate electricity using coal, oil, and natural gas.

Additional information:

• One of the largest thermal power plants is Kot Addu Power Company (KAPCO) in Kot Addu, Punjab.
• Capacity: Approximately 1600 MW, making it one of Pakistan’s major electricity-producing plants.

Last verified on 09-03-2026

Explanation

• Year of nuclear test: 1974
  • Test name: Smiling Buddha
  • Date: 18 May 1974
  • Test site: Pokhran, Rajasthan
  • Country: India

Explanation

Pakistan’s first nuclear power plant, KANUPP, was built in Karachi with Canada’s assistance.

Inaugurated on 28 November 1972 with a capacity of 137 MW.

Additional information:

Later, K2 and K3 nuclear plants were built with China’s help.

K2 started operations on 21 May 2021 with 1100 MW capacity.

K3 is expected to start soon, further boosting Pakistan’s nuclear energy.

Last verified on 15-01-2026