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In a major relief for electricity users, the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (Nepra) has cut the power tariff by Rs4.03 per unit for K-Electric consumers in Karachi and by Rs0.50 per unit for consumers served by other government-run distribution companies (DISCOs). Monthly Adjustments Bring July Relief According to a notification issued on Wednesday, these …
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Islamabad: The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) has approved a Rs1.15 per unit reduction in the basic power tariff. The revised rates apply to all electricity consumers — except lifeline users — and extend to K-Electric customers as well. The decision follows NEPRA’s public hearing on the Power Division’s proposal for tariff rationalisation. Officials …
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ISLAMABAD: The federal government has formally requested the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (Nepra) to implement a uniform electricity tariff across Pakistan, covering both state-run Discos and K-Electric’s service areas, starting July 1, 2025. According to a motion filed by the Power Division, the proposed tariff equalisation will be achieved by incorporating subsidies, surcharges, and …
ISLAMABAD – In much-needed relief for electricity consumers in Karachi, the power tariff is likely to be reduced by Rs4.69 per unit for K-Electric users. The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) has scheduled a hearing on June 19 to review K-Electric’s petition seeking a tariff cut under the monthly fuel adjustment formula. If NEPRA …
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The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (Nepra) has approved a 14% dollar-based return on equity (RoE) for K-Electric’s distribution business. This translates into a hefty 29.68% return in Pakistani rupees for the fiscal year 2023-24. Nepra also sanctioned a 12% dollar-denominated RoE for K-Electric’s transmission segment. In local currency, this amounts to a 24.46% return …
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Islamabad: In a groundbreaking move, Pakistan has launched an independent electricity market system, marking a major shift in the country’s power trading landscape. The initiative aims to bring transparency, efficiency, and competition to the energy sector. The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) has officially licensed the Independent System and Market Operator (ISMO). This newly …
In a decisive move to stabilize Pakistan’s power sector, the NEPRA tariff revision has introduced a series of major policy changes designed to reduce long-term costs and minimize foreign exchange risks. The announcement came during a public hearing on April 24, 2025, at NEPRA’s Islamabad headquarters, chaired by Mr. Waseem Mukhtar. The hearing focused on …
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ISLAMABAD: In a major relief for power consumers, the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) has approved a Rs1.71 per unit reduction in electricity tariffs across Pakistan, including Karachi. The price cut will apply from April to June 2025, easing the burden of rising inflation. This decision follows a formal request from the federal government, …
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In a welcome move for electricity consumers across Pakistan, the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) has approved a significant power tariff cut of Rs1.71 per unit. This price reduction, proposed by the federal government, will be in effect from April to June 2025 and will apply nationwide, including areas served by K-Electric. Relief for …
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ISLAMABAD: The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) is expected to approve a Rs2 per unit reduction in electricity tariff under fuel cost adjustment (FCA) for January 2025. The Central Power Purchasing Agency Guarantee Limited (CPPA-G) has submitted a petition proposing a refund of Rs2.32 per unit to consumers. CPPA-G Seeks Approval for Tariff Reduction …
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The chairman and members of the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) have awarded themselves a shocking 220% pay raise. They did this without approval from the federal cabinet, sources told Geo News. According to NEPRA insiders, officials increased their salaries to between Rs2 million and Rs2.2 million. They bypassed the mandatory approval process. The …
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Consumers across Pakistan, including Karachi, may soon benefit from a drop in electricity prices. Power distribution companies (DISCOs) have formally requested the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) to approve a reduction of Rs2 per unit under the quarterly tariff adjustment. Request for Rs52 Billion Relief DISCOs have filed an application seeking Rs52.12 billion in …
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Electricity consumers in Pakistan may get temporary relief as the power tariff is expected to drop by Rs1.30 per unit for a month. The Central Power Purchasing Agency (CPPA) has requested a reduction in the monthly fuel price adjustment for December. The CPPA’s petition will be heard tomorrow. According to the request, the estimated fuel …
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Federal Minister for Energy, Awais Leghari, announced significant progress in reducing electricity rates, with ongoing discussions with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) potentially lowering tariffs by Rs10 to 12 per unit. Speaking at the Parliament House, he revealed that renegotiations with Independent Power Producers (IPPs) have already saved the country Rs1,100 billion, directly benefiting consumers. …
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ISLAMABAD: The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (Nepra) has asked the government to review Rs15.28 per unit taxes on electricity. The regulator has also questioned the uniform consumer tariff policy, which it says incentivizes inefficiencies in the power sector. In its State of the Industry Report 2024, Nepra warned that high electricity costs are crippling …
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K-Electric has submitted a request to NEPRA to approve a refund of Rs. 4.98 per unit to its consumers. This refund is for overcharged electricity rates in November 2024. The company plans to return Rs. 7.179 billion to consumers in the February 2025 billing cycle. The refund falls under the Monthly Fuel Charges Adjustment (FCA) …
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The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) has reviewed K-Electric’s October monthly Fuel Charges Adjustment (FCA). The public hearing took place at NEPRA headquarters. The Chairman of NEPRA led the session. K-Electric Proposes Reduction K-Electric proposed a reduction of 27 paisa per unit in October’s FCA. The company submitted this request to NEPRA for approval. …
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ISLAMABAD: The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) on Friday approved the Winter Package proposed by the federal government, offering discounts to consumers on additional electricity usage. The package is aimed at promoting energy efficiency during the colder months, with reduced rates for domestic, industrial, and commercial consumers. Discounts for Domestic and Industrial Consumers Under …
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KARACHI: The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) has announced an 18-paisa per unit reduction in electricity prices for Karachi consumers. This reduction falls under the September 2024 monthly adjustment and will reflect in December bills. Reduction Not Applicable to Small-Scale Consumers The relief, however, excludes consumers who use up to 300 units per month. …
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The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (Nepra) revealed on Tuesday that a proposed negative fuel cost adjustment (FCA) could lead to a tariff increase of 26 paise per unit in December. The adjustment request, submitted by ex-Wapda distribution companies (Discos), aims to reflect fuel cost changes for October. A Nepra official explained during a public …
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The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) has approved a fuel charge adjustment (FCA) reduction of PKR 1.28 per unit for the month of September 2024. This decision was taken after the Central Power Purchasing Agency-Guarantee (CPPA-G) submitted a request to NEPRA. The CPPA-G had initially asked for a PKR 0.71 per unit decrease in …
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Karachi: The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) is considering the possibility of restricting public hearings. During a recent public hearing on K-Electric’s September Fuel Charge Adjustment (FCA), an intense criticism from a Jamaat-e-Islami representative, turning the discussion into a political matter, led NEPRA members and the chairman to express frustration. Indicating potential limits on …
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ISLAMABAD: The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (Nepra) raised concerns on Thursday regarding negotiations with Independent Power Producers (IPPs). These discussions could negatively impact investment in Pakistan. Nepra members expressed their worries during a public hearing on the provisional Fuel Charges Adjustment (FCA) for K-Electric for September 2024. K-Electric has requested a negative adjustment of …
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