Karachi’s electricity consumers may see significant relief as K-Electric (KE) has submitted a petition to the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) seeking a Rs4.84 per unit reduction in electricity tariffs.
This proposed adjustment follows higher per-unit electricity charges applied in January 2025. Under the monthly fuel charges adjustment (FCA) for January, KE aims to refund approximately Rs4.84 billion to its customers. NEPRA has scheduled a public hearing on March 20 to review the request for a provisional negative FCA.
Previously, KE had sought a Rs4.94 per unit tariff reduction for December 2024.
Government’s Efforts to Reduce Electricity Costs
In February, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced further electricity tariff reductions for both domestic consumers and industries through sectoral reforms.
During a review meeting in Islamabad, the prime minister expressed satisfaction with ongoing changes in the power sector, emphasizing their positive impact. He reiterated his commitment to ensuring affordable and sustainable electricity supply.
He also highlighted the renegotiation of agreements with independent power producers (IPPs), stating that these revisions have helped reduce costs and eased the financial burden on consumers.
Additionally, he reaffirmed the government’s determination to combat power theft and pledged to intensify efforts to eliminate losses incurred by distribution companies.
