Hydel power stations generated 33b units

The outgoing calendar year 2025 proved to be satisfactory for hydroelectric power and water sectors as the Water and Power Development Authority (Wapda) contributed high quantities of clean, green and low-cost hydel electricity to the national grid.

It also achieved several key targets for the under-construction mega projects despite a diverse environment and serious challenges.

According to a statement issued on Tuesday, Wapda's 22 hydel power stations cumulatively generated 33.12 billion units in 2025, which constituted about 30% of the total electricity production.

Hydel electricity with a tariff of just Rs3.83 per unit kept on subsidising the country's entire power sector in the outgoing year too, thus significantly contributing to economic stability and social development, it said.