KARACHI – Electricity consumers across Pakistan, including Karachi, could face an additional Rs1.34 per unit charge for three consecutive months under the quarterly adjustment mechanism, according to the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA).
The proposed increase, if approved, would translate into an estimated Rs34 billion burden on electricity users nationwide. NEPRA has reserved its decision on the request submitted by power distribution companies and will issue a final ruling after completing a detailed review.
What the Quarterly Adjustment Means for Consumers
The quarterly adjustment mechanism allows distribution companies to recover variations in fuel costs, generation mix, and other operational expenses from consumers. NEPRA reviews these requests periodically and either approves, rejects, or modifies the proposed tariff changes.
Key points of the current proposal include:
- Per-unit increase of Rs1.34
- Applicable for three months
- Total impact: Rs34 billion
- Decision pending after NEPRA’s detailed review
NEPRA’s Review Process Underway
Sources familiar with the matter said NEPRA is currently examining the distribution companies’ request. The authority has not yet announced a timeline for its final decision, but consumers and industry stakeholders are closely monitoring the development.
The potential tariff adjustment comes at a time when Pakistani households and businesses are already grappling with high energy costs. Any approval would further strain household budgets and add to operational expenses for industries reliant on grid electricity.
NEPRA’s final decision will determine whether the Rs1.34 per unit increase takes effect and for how long. The authority typically publishes its determinations after public hearings and technical evaluations.
