KCCI Calls for Urgent NEPRA Hearing on K-Electric Issues The Karachi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI) has called on the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) to urgently convene a hearing with all relevant stakeholders to address pressing issues related to K-Electric (KE) that are significantly impacting both industrial and domestic consumers in Karachi. In a letter addressed to …
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Nepra Approves Rs1.90 per Unit Increase in Electricity Tariff for Q4 FY2023-24
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 …
Read More »Discos Seek to Refund Consumers Rs4.5 Billion with a 31 Paise Per Unit Cut in Fuel Cost Adjustment
In a rare move, government-owned power distribution companies (Discos) have requested a negative fuel cost adjustment (FCA) of 31 paise per unit. This adjustment is aimed at refunding approximately Rs4.5 billion to consumers, who were overcharged in July due to a 20% increase in base tariff for the current fiscal year. Formal Petition Filed by CPPA The Central Power Purchasing …
Read More »Nepra to Reduce Power Tariff by Rs0.3142 Per Unit for July 2024 Fuel Charges Adjustment
The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (Nepra) is set to reduce the power tariff by Rs0.3142 per unit, offering some relief to consumers on their September 2024 electricity bills. This reduction is part of the fuel charges adjustment for July 2024. CPPA’s Petition for Tariff Reduction The Central Power Purchasing Agency (CPPA) has submitted a petition to Nepra, proposing to …
Read More »Nepra Imposes Additional Electricity Rate Hike Amid Criticism
In response to criticism over payments to Independent Power Producers (IPPs) and ongoing protests by Jamaat-e-Islami, the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (Nepra) has announced a substantial increase in electricity rates. Effective from August, consumers will see an additional charge of Rs2.5627 per unit on their electricity bills. This rate adjustment, which affects all consumer categories except electric vehicle charging …
Read More »NEPRA Launches New Mobile App for Swift Resolution of Electricity Complaints
The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) is launching a new mobile application, “NEPRA Aasaan Approach,” which is designed to enhance the resolution of electricity-related complaints. Scheduled for official release tomorrow, this app aims to provide a user-friendly platform for consumers to report and address various issues with their electricity service. The “NEPRA Aasaan Approach” app will enable users to …
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