ISLAMABAD: Following a rise in petroleum product prices, electricity rates in Pakistan may also see an increase. The Central Power Purchasing Agency (CPPA) has submitted a request to the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) for an upward adjustment in the January monthly fuel adjustment.
NEPRA will conduct a hearing about the proposed rate increase on February 26 2026.
According to the CPPA, 914 million units of electricity were generated in February, while 876.2 million units were supplied to power distribution companies. The cost of electricity in January was PKR 12.17 per unit which exceeded the reference cost of PKR 10.39 per unit that month.
The CPPA has requested an increase of PKR 1.78 per unit for one month to account for the rise in fuel costs.
Ramzan relief: Govt promises zero load shedding at Sehri & Iftar
Earlier, the Federal Minister for Energy, Awais Leghari, has announced that there will be no load shedding during Sehri and Iftar times in the holy month of Ramzan.
The minister announced in his statement on Tuesday, saying that the government is keen to provide maximum relief to the citizens during the holy month of Ramzan. He said that special instructions have been issued to ensure that the flow of electricity is not interrupted during the important times.
The minister said that there will be no power outages during Sehri and Iftar times because all the distribution lines will be functional. He said all distribution companies have been strictly directed to ensure the smooth implementation of the decision.
The government has established a contemporary system for monitoring purposes, which enables it to track feeder operations and oversee electricity management at all times.
The announcement follows directives from the federal government, which aim to assist citizens throughout Ramzan. According to officials, they are doing their best to ensure public safety during the pre-dawn and sunset meal times.
The energy minister has confirmed that the government is doing everything in its power to ensure a continuous supply of electricity while providing relief during the holy month.
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