CEO Faizullah Dahiri directs officials to curb electricity theft, monitor zero-load-shedding feeders and improve consumer services.
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Income tax rates on electricity consumption notified for TY 2027
Commercial, industrial and domestic electricity consumers to pay advance income tax under updated Income Tax Ordinance from July 1, 2026.
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Pakistan’s installed power generation capacity rises to 49,651 MW in FY2025-26
Renewable energy capacity surges above 20% of the national power mix as net-metering drives growth, while thermal power remains the largest source of electricity generation.
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PM Shehbaz orders technical audit of DISCO billing systems
Prime minister directs smart meter expansion, anti-theft measures, and performance-based targets for power distribution companies.
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Karachi consumers pay over Rs26bn income tax through electricity bills in FY26
Advance income tax collection falls 23% as growing rooftop solar adoption reduces grid electricity consumption
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IESCO announces scheduled power outages on July 22, 2026
Electricity supply to remain suspended in selected areas on Wednesday due to maintenance and network improvement works.
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Captive power plant levy to rise to 20% from August 2026
Government targets Rs15.74 billion in FY2026-27 as higher levy aims to curb captive gas use and promote grid electricity.
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Pakistan Targets 1.69 Million New Electricity Connections in FY2026-27
Government plans to electrify 15,327 villages and strengthen power distribution infrastructure nationwide
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s power distribution companies (DISCOs) are set to expand electricity access during fiscal year 2026-27 by electrifying 15,327 villages and providing 1,689,849 new consumer connections, according to the Power Division’s latest development plan.
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Pakistan Extends EOI Deadline for FESCO, GEPCO Privatization Process
Government allows additional time for investors to complete due diligence under the first phase of the DISCOs privatization programme.
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Power DISCOs launch new easy electricity bill format
Power distribution companies roll out simplified billing system with clearer layout, QR codes, and improved transparency for consumers nationwide.
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