Electricity consumers across Pakistan, including users of K-Electric, are likely to receive relief worth nearly Rs. 63.94 billion as the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority reviews a quarterly tariff adjustment request for the January–March 2026 period.
The regulator held a public hearing on Tuesday on petitions submitted by power distribution companies. Initial estimates indicate a possible reduction of Rs. 1.93 per unit in electricity prices, although the final decision will be announced after detailed review and consultations.
According to officials, the proposed adjustment is based on lower costs under several key components. Capacity charges reportedly declined by Rs. 36.83 billion during the quarter, while use of system charges and market operation fees dropped by Rs. 11.24 billion. Another Rs. 23.51 billion reduction has been requested due to incremental energy units.
Industry representatives welcomed the expected relief, calling it a positive development for households and businesses amid ongoing uncertainty in global energy markets.
Industrialist Tanveer Bari described the likely reduction in electricity prices as encouraging and urged authorities to continue reforms aimed at improving efficiency in the power sector and passing savings on to consumers.
Stakeholders also highlighted structural changes within the energy sector, noting that older power plants are gradually being phased out while new generation capacity is being added to the national grid.
Pakistan’s installed electricity generation capacity currently stands at around 45,000 megawatts, while actual generation remains close to 25,000 megawatts, raising concerns over demand growth and utilization efficiency.
Nepra is expected to issue its final determination after evaluating all submitted data and feedback from stakeholders.
