KARACHI – Consumers across Pakistan may soon face another rise in Electricity prices as the Central Power Purchasing Agency (CPPA) has requested a tariff increase for one month.
According to official details, the CPPA submitted an application to the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA), seeking an increase of Rs1.72 per unit. The request was filed under the monthly fuel price adjustment mechanism for April.
NEPRA is scheduled to conduct a hearing on June 2 to review the proposal. After the hearing, the authority will decide whether the requested increase should be approved.
If accepted, the new Electricity charges will apply to consumers of all power distribution companies (DISCOs) across the country. The increase will also affect customers of K-Electric.
Officials said the fuel price adjustment is part of the regular review process used to reflect changes in fuel costs for power generation. These adjustments are commonly added to monthly consumer bills after regulatory approval.
The proposed increase may place additional financial pressure on households and businesses already dealing with high utility expenses. Consumers in many cities have recently raised concerns over rising energy costs and heavy monthly bills.
Experts believe that fuel price adjustments directly impact the overall cost of Electricity generation. When fuel costs rise, consumers often face higher charges in the following billing cycle.
The CPPA stated in its application that the requested adjustment relates only to April’s fuel costs. The increase, if approved, would be applicable for one month only.
Meanwhile, NEPRA will hear views from stakeholders before issuing a final decision. The regulatory authority may approve, reject, or modify the proposed increase after reviewing all details.
Pakistan’s power sector continues to face challenges related to production costs, circular debt, and fuel pricing. These issues often result in periodic changes in Electricity tariffs across the country.
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Consumers are now waiting for NEPRA’s final ruling, which is expected after the scheduled hearing next month.
