NEPRA reduces electricity price for Karachi by Rs2.99 per unit

For the rest of the country, electricity rates have been increased by 93 paisa per unit

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The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) has raised electricity prices by 93 paisas per unit across Pakistan while reducing the price for Karachi by Rs 2.99 per unit, according to a notification issued by NEPRA.

The price increase applies to the monthly fuel adjustment for April and will reflect in June’s electricity bills. However, the new tariff will not affect K-Electric, lifeline consumers, and electric vehicle stations, the notification clarified.

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Meanwhile, a separate notification for Karachi, under the same fuel adjustment mechanism for March, announced a reduction of Rs 2.99 per unit. This relief will also be reflected in June’s electricity bills for Karachi consumers.

Nepra's adjustments highlight the regulatory body’s ongoing efforts to balance electricity prices across the country while providing relief to certain regions like Karachi.