Consumers in Pakistan may soon receive some much-needed financial relief, as electricity prices are likely to drop in the coming months. A proposal for a significant reduction in power tariffs has been submitted to the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) by the Central Power Purchasing Agency (CPPA).
The CPPA has requested a reduction of Rs1.75 per unit under the quarterly adjustment for the fourth quarter of the fiscal year 2024–25. NEPRA is set to review and deliberate on the proposal during a scheduled hearing on August 4, 2025.
If NEPRA approves the suggested decrease, electricity consumers across the country could collectively save more than Rs53.39 billion. This relief would apply to users of all government-owned distribution companies (DISCOs), as well as K-Electric. The reduced tariffs are expected to be reflected in electricity bills issued for August, September, and October 2025.
Moreover, there is a possibility of further adjustments in upcoming months. If additional relief is granted for September, October, and November 2025, the overall reduction could increase to as much as Rs2.10 per unit during those months, providing even greater economic relief to consumers.
Meanwhile, K-Electric addressed rumors regarding potential changes in electricity rates. The company issued a clarification stating that it does not possess the authority to independently revise consumer tariffs. According to K-Electric, electricity tariffs are determined and regulated by the Government of Pakistan through its electricity tariff policy, which is administered by the Ministry of Energy (Power Division).
The company emphasized that all per-unit charges, consumer classifications, and slab structures are standardized across the country under this national policy. K-Electric reaffirmed its strict compliance with these government-mandated policies and clarified that any revisions in electricity pricing or consumer categories can only be enacted following an official government notification.
This development arrives amid growing concerns among consumers regarding rising utility bills and inflation. The anticipated reduction in electricity prices offers hope for short-term economic relief, especially for households and small businesses struggling with high energy costs.
NEPRA’s decision following today’s hearing will be closely watched, as it could set the tone for energy affordability heading into the final quarter of 2025.
