NEPRA declares relief for consumers in latest tariff adjustment

April 03, 2025 (MLN): The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) has declared a reduction of Rs1.90 per unit in electricity tariffs for consumers across Pakistan under the quarterly tariff adjustment mechanism.

According to the latest notification issued by NEPRA, this price reduction is part of the October to December 2024 quarterly adjustment and will be applied from April to June 2025 in electricity bills.

The notification states that the tariff reduction will be applicable to all power distribution companies (DISCOs), including K-Electric, benefiting consumers across the country.

This move will provide a total relief of Rs56.38 billion to electricity consumers.

However, the notification clarifies that lifeline and prepaid consumers will not be eligible for this reduction.

The quarterly adjustment came after requests from power distribution companies to reduce electricity prices.

NEPRA conducted a hearing on the matter in February 2025 before finalizing its decision.

If electricity bills for the relevant period (April to June 2025) were issued before the notification, the adjustment may be reflected in the next billing cycle.

Furthermore, NEPRA has directed the Central Power Purchasing Agency (CPPA-G), all DISCOs, and K-Electric to ensure strict compliance with this decision while considering court directives.

This decision comes as part of NEPRA’s ongoing efforts to regulate electricity prices and provide relief to consumers amidst economic challenges.

Copyright Mettis Link News