KARACHI, November 2, 2026: Demonstrating its steadfast dedication to corporate social responsibility and community welfare, the Thar Block-1 Integrated Energy Project, developed and operated by Shanghai Electric, has successfully concluded a comprehensive three-day community-based health camp. The initiative provided accessible, high-quality maternal and child healthcare services to hundreds of residents from local underserved populations.

The grassroots medical drive directly addressed critical healthcare gaps in vulnerable local communities. Over the course of the three-day programme, specialised medical teams delivered essential maternal health screenings, antenatal counselling, nutrition assessments, family planning guidance and preventive health education. In parallel, pediatric specialists conducted detailed evaluations of children’s physical growth, nutritional status, immunisation coverage and key developmental milestones.

Reflecting on the successful completion of the health camp, a spokesperson for the Thar Block-1 Integrated Energy Project emphasised the vital connection between industrial growth and community well-being:
“Our vision at the Thar Block-1 Integrated Energy Project extends far beyond large-scale power generation and national energy security. True progress is measured by the tangible positive impact we leave in the daily lives of local communities. Having successfully concluded this three-day health camp, Shanghai Electric has taken another meaningful step toward ensuring long-term health, dignity and future prosperity for the women and children of Thar, setting a strong benchmark for corporate citizenship.”

As a flagship cornerstone of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) energy cooperation framework, the Thar Block-1 Integrated Energy Project is widely recognised for powering Pakistan’s economic growth through its 2x660MW high-parameter coal-fired generating units and an open-pit lignite mine producing 7.8 million tons annually. While the project powers over four million households, reduces reliance on expensive fuel imports, and conserves vital foreign exchange reserves, Shanghai Electric remains equally dedicated to integrating social welfare directly into its operational ethos.

Shanghai Electric, a globally renowned leader in power generation equipment, industrial machinery, and modern energy solutions, continues to drive industrial advancement alongside sustainable community development. By combining cutting-edge engineering excellence with proactive community engagement, the company ensures that national infrastructure projects yield clear, direct health and social benefits for local populations.

About Thar Block-1 Integrated Energy Project

The Thar Block-1 Integrated Energy Project is a major energy infrastructure venture under the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC). Developed and operated by Shanghai Electric, the project integrates an open-pit coal mine with an annual output capacity of 7.8 million tons alongside a 2x660MW high-parameter coal-fired power plant. Utilising supercritical power generation technology, the project provides reliable, cost-effective electricity to over four million Pakistani households while strengthening national energy independence.