ISLAMABAD, July 14: The federal government has removed water and power secretary Anwar Khan and appointed Saif Chattha in his place, sources in the ministry told Dawn on Sunday.

Mr Chattha was working as additional secretary in the ministry.

Anwar Khan has been asked to report to the establishment division.

The decision was taken a day after widespread protests against loadshedding during Sehri, Iftar and Taraweeh.—Staff Reporter