Advertisement
Categories: BusinessNewsPakistan

Govt Hikes Electricity Prices by Rs 1.74/Unit

Advertisement

The federal government has announced an increase in electricity prices by Rs 1.74 per unit, effective immediately.

According to the official notification, this adjustment will affect all electricity consumers, including those served by Distribution Companies (DISCOs) and K-Electric.

This price hike, part of a quarterly adjustment, is expected to add an additional financial burden of Rs 43.23 billion on consumers. The revised rates will apply to bills for the months of September, October, and November.

Punjab Withdraws Rs14/Unit Electricity Subsidy for ICT Consumers

The decision comes shortly after the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) approved a quarterly adjustment of Rs 1.75 per unit, which was forwarded to the federal government on September 6.

Advertisement
News Desk

Recent Posts

Petrol, Diesel Prices May Surge by Up to Rs15/Litre

The government is preparing to impose another steep increase in petroleum prices, dealing a fresh…

7 hours ago

Sindh Bank selects PTCL to enhance Bank’s Digital Connectivity Infrastructure

Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited (PTCL) and Sindh Bank have signed an agreement for deployment of…

7 hours ago

Trade Development Authority of Pakistan (TDAP) to Represent Pakistan at Heimtextil Frankfurt 2026

Heimtextil is the largest international trade fair for home and contract textiles, taking place in…

7 hours ago

5 luxe rooftop pools in Dubai you need to dive into

Looking to beat the Dubai heat in style? Whether you’re after skyline views, sunset vibes,…

7 hours ago

PM Shehbaz Removes PTV Fee from Electricity Bills, Launches Consumer-Led Billing App to Curb Overcharging

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced on Sunday the complete elimination of the PTV licence fee…

1 day ago

Strengthening Educational Assessment in Balochistan: AKU-EB Concludes Capacity Building Project with Balochistan Assessment and Examination Commission

The Aga Khan University Examination Board (AKU-EB) has successfully concluded a capacity development and technical…

1 day ago