Govt delivers power relief for industry and agriculture

October 23, 2025 (MLN): The Government of Pakistan has made substantial reduction in electricity tariffs for the industrial and agricultural sectors, aimed to strengthen key drivers of the national economy and support growth in production and exports.

Federal Minister for Energy Sardar Awais Ahmad Khan Leghari said the move reflects the government’s commitment to promoting economic stability and competitiveness.

“We have decided to provide this surplus electricity to industry and agriculture because these sectors are the backbone of our economy,” he said.

Furthermore, according to the Ministry of Energy, an additional 7,000 megawatts of surplus electricity is currently available in the national grid.

The government has decided to allocate this additional power supply to industry and agriculture sectors described as the backbone of Pakistan’s economy

The minister further stated that the electricity tariff for agricultural consumers has been reduced from Rs38 per unit to Rs22.98 per unit, while the industrial tariff for additional units has been lowered from Rs34 per unit to Rs22.98 per unit.

This step, he added, will significantly reduce the average cost of electricity for consumers.

For agricultural users, consuming an additional 100 units will lead to an average cost reduction of around Rs7 per unit, while industrial consumers using an extra 1,000 units will see their average electricity cost drop by approximately Rs5 per unit.

Leghari noted that industrial tariffs had already been reduced earlier, and this new measure would further stimulate industrial activity and productivity.

“We are fulfilling the promises made to the people. This initiative will help improve the economy, create jobs, and boost exports,” he emphasized.

The Ministry expressed optimism that this decision will enhance energy affordability, support agricultural and industrial growth, and contribute to overall economic recovery.

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