The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) is set to hear a petition filed by power distribution companies (DISCOs) seeking an increase in electricity rates across the country.
According to the available details, the distribution companies have requested approval to recover Rs8.41 billion from consumers under the quarterly fuel adjustment mechanism for the first quarter of the ongoing fiscal year.
In their petition, the companies sought recovery of Rs21.702 billion under the head of capacity charges, while requesting a reduction of Rs3.978 billion in operations and maintenance expenses.
The proposed adjustment covers the period from July to September 2025, and includes K-Electric among the affected distribution companies.
NEPRA is expected to make a final decision on the matter after the public hearing scheduled for November 6.
The electricity charges were decreased by Rs 1.89 per unit during the previous fiscal year. The increase will come into effect from August to October 2025.
