Yet another electricity hike

ISLAMABAD: The government has announced an increase in electricity tariffs for all consumers. The increase varies between 21 paisa and Rs6.18 per unit and applies to all residential, industrial, commercial and agricultural tube well owners and even extends to lifeline consumers.

The announcement was made through a notification issued by the ministry of water and power. Officials from the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority say that the increase will be applicable immediately.

The decision will apply to all power distribution companies with the exception of the Peshawar Electric Supply Company (Pesco). The Peshawar High Court has stopped Pesco from implementing any further increases in electricity tariffs. Thus, the most recent increase remains subject to the court’s decision.

Published in The Express Tribune, September 17^th, 2010.