ISLAMABAD — Electricity consumers across Pakistan could face higher power bills after the Central Power Purchasing Agency (CPPA) requested an increase of Rs1.72 per unit under the monthly fuel cost adjustment mechanism.

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NEPRA to review CPPA request Impact on electricity consumers

The request has been submitted to the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA), which is scheduled to hear the petition. If approved, the proposed adjustment would apply to electricity consumed during April and affect millions of consumers nationwide.

According to the CPPA’s petition, the proposed increase is linked to changes in fuel costs incurred during power generation. The fuel cost adjustment mechanism allows variations in electricity generation expenses to be reflected in consumer bills after regulatory review.

NEPRA to review CPPA request

NEPRA will examine the application and determine whether the additional cost should be passed on to consumers. The regulator’s decision will be made after reviewing the details of power generation expenses and fuel costs submitted by the CPPA.

If approved, the increase would raise electricity charges by Rs1.72 per unit for eligible consumers.

Impact on electricity consumers

The proposed adjustment would apply to consumers served by power distribution companies across the country, including K-Electric and other distribution companies (DISCOs).

Fuel cost adjustments are routinely reviewed by NEPRA and are designed to account for fluctuations in the cost of generating electricity. These adjustments can result in either increases or reductions in consumer bills depending on fuel prices and the energy mix used during a specific month.

The latest request comes as consumers continue to monitor electricity costs amid broader concerns about household expenses and energy prices.

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