Power Distributioni

Nepra approves electricity tariff hike; consumers to see March bill shock

Islamabad, March 5, 2026 – The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (Nepra) on Wednesday approved a uniform increase of Rs1.6274 per unit in electricity tariffs under the monthly fuel cost adjustment (FCA), citing higher fuel costs for January 2026. The increase will impact most consumers, except lifeline users, pre-paid customers, and electric vehicle charging stations.

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NEPRA approves 2026 uniform electricity tariff, sparking industry concerns over costs

ISLAMABAD: Despite strong resistance from industry and export-oriented businesses, the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) has moved ahead with approving a uniform national average electricity tariff for Distribution Companies (DISCOs) and K-Electric (KE) for Calendar Year 2026, a decision that has reignited debate over the sustainability of Pakistan’s industrial competitiveness.

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