Summary
- The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) has approved an increase of 34 paisa per unit in electricity tariffs for consumers across Pakistan.
- Earlier, the Central Power Purchasing Agency (CPPA) had submitted a request seeking an increase of 82 paisa per unit under the May fuel price adjustment.
- After reviewing the request and relevant data, NEPRA approved a lower increase of 34 paisa per unit.
The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) has approved an increase of 34 paisa per unit in electricity tariffs for consumers across Pakistan.
NEPRA issued an official notification regarding the price adjustment. The increase has been approved under the monthly fuel price adjustment mechanism for May 2026.
The authority said the additional charges will be included in the electricity bills issued during July 2026. The adjustment will also apply to consumers of K-Electric.
Earlier, the Central Power Purchasing Agency (CPPA) had submitted a request seeking an increase of 82 paisa per unit under the May fuel price adjustment.
After reviewing the request and relevant data, NEPRA approved a lower increase of 34 paisa per unit. The revised tariff will now be reflected in the upcoming electricity bills.
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