Electricity consumers across Pakistan are likely to face an additional financial burden over the next three months, as power distribution companies (DISCOs) have petitioned for a tariff hike under the Quarterly Tariff Adjustment (QTA) mechanism.
The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) reserved its decision after conducting a hearing on the DISCOs’ petition to transfer a cumulative burden of Rs 34 billion onto consumers. According to official sources, the proposed adjustment could result in an increase of approximately Rs 1.34 per unit each month for a period of three months.
NEPRA officials confirmed that a final detailed judgment and formal notification will be issued following a thorough technical scrutiny and audit of the financial data submitted by the power distribution companies.
Key Highlights of the Power Tariff Hike:
- Proposed Rate Increase: Approx. Rs 1.34 per unit per month for three consecutive months.
- Financial Burden: DISCOs seek to pass on Rs 34 billion to power consumers.
- Mechanism: Quarterly Tariff Adjustment (QTA).
- Current Status: NEPRA reserves judgment pending final technical review.
📊 Fact-Sheet Summary
- Regulatory Body: National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA).
- Petitioners: Power Distribution Companies (DISCOs).
- Total Impact: Rs 34 Billion.
- Proposed Adjustment Period: 3 Months.
