Tag Archives: DISCOs

NEPRA Proposes Multiple Installments for Electricity Bill Payments to Ease Consumer Burden

NEPRA Proposes Installment-Based Electricity Bill Payments Islamabad, Pakistan — In a move aimed at alleviating the financial burden on electricity consumers, the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) has proposed allowing electricity bills to be paid in multiple installments throughout the year. This would replace the current system, which permits only one installment annually. The proposal, part of amendments to …

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Nepra Approves Rs1.90 per Unit Increase in Electricity Tariff for Q4 FY2023-24

Tariff Rs.1.90

Introduction The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (Nepra) has approved a significant increase in electricity tariffs, raising rates by up to Rs1.90 per unit under the quarterly adjustment for the fourth quarter of the financial year 2023-24. This decision is set to impose a financial burden of approximately Rs46 billion on consumers across the country, including those served by state-owned …

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Conflict Over Implementation of Rs73 Billion Asset Performance Monitoring System Project

The Power Division and ex-WAPDA DISCOs are currently embroiled in a dispute over the implementation of a substantial Rs73 billion project, known as the “Asset Performance Monitoring System” (APMS). This project is intended to enhance electricity supply, operational efficiency, and modernize the management of distribution companies (DISCOs). However, the two parties have conflicting views on the effectiveness and execution of …

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