ISLAMABAD: The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) has announced the imposition of fixed charges on all electricity consumers in Pakistan, including both protected and non-protected categories, marking a significant change in the country’s electricity billing structure.
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Previously, fixed charges applied only to non-protected consumers using more than 300 units per month. Under the revised framework, protected consumers consuming up to 100 units will now pay Rs 200 per month, while those using up to 200 units will be charged Rs 300.
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For non-protected consumers, fixed charges have been set at Rs 275 for up to 100 units, Rs 300 for up to 200 units, and Rs 350 for up to 300 units. Consumers using between 301 and 400 units will pay Rs 400, while usage of 401 to 500 units will incur Rs 500 in fixed charges. For higher consumption, charges rise to Rs 675 per month, with adjustments of Rs 75 for 600 units, a reduction of Rs 125 for up to 700 units, and a decrease of Rs 325 for consumption above 700 units.
NEPRA’s decision follows a request from the Power Division and aims to streamline electricity tariffs and promote fairness among all consumer categories. The authority emphasized that the new fixed charges are now applicable nationwide.
Meanwhile, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has taken notice of NEPRA’s recent solar regulations, expressing concern over the potential impact on existing solar energy consumers. Chairing a special meeting, the Prime Minister directed the Power Division to file a review appeal with NEPRA to safeguard existing contracts and prevent the burden of 466,000 solar users from falling on the country’s 37.6 million other electricity consumers.
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The Prime Minister instructed officials to develop a comprehensive strategy to address the matter, ensuring the protection of current solar consumers’ rights. The meeting was attended by Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar, Ahad Cheema, Atta Tarar, Ali Pervaiz Malik, Awais Leghari, and other senior officials.