Electricity prices likely to drop by Rs1.75/unit across Pakistan

ISLAMABAD: Electricity consumers across the country, including those served by K-Electric, may see a significant reduction in electricity bills, as the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) is set to consider a Rs1.75 per unit decrease under quarterly tariff adjustments for the April–June 2025 period.

The proposed reduction, filed by the Central Power Purchasing Agency (CPPA) on behalf of all ex-WAPDA distribution companies (XWDISCOs), could lead to a cumulative relief of over Rs53.39 billion for consumers across Pakistan. The impact of this adjustment—if approved—would be reflected in the electricity bills for August, September and October 2025.

However, official sources indicated that if NEPRA approves the requested tariff reduction and the relief is reflected in electricity bills for September, October, and November 2025, consumers could see a decrease of up to Rs2.10 per unit.

In line with federal government policy for uniform tariff adjustments, this relief will also apply to K-Electric consumers, ensuring equitable reduction across all regions.

The cumulative impact of the requested adjustments is estimated to be over Rs53.39 billion. Under policy guidelines issued by the federal government, this quarterly adjustment, once determined, will also be applicable to K-Electric consumers to ensure uniformity in power tariffs across the country.

The adjustment requests include both positive and negative financial impacts across various DISCOs. Some of the largest negative adjustments have been requested by LESCO (Rs12.64 billion), FESCO (Rs15.03 billion), and MEPCO (Rs8.47 billion). Meanwhile, QESCO has posted a positive adjustment, indicating a net increase in its financial requirement.

The Authority (NEPRA) has invited the public, stakeholders, and affected parties to participate in the hearing and submit comments or objections. All relevant petitions, rules, and regulations are available on NEPRA’s website for public review.

If NEPRA approves the petition following the hearing, it will result in a substantial drop in electricity bills at a time when consumers are grappling with inflation and economic pressures.