KARACHI – The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (Nepra) has announced an increase in electricity prices by Rs10.01 per unit for Karachi consumers due to fuel cost adjustment. This additional amount will be collected over the next four months – June, July, August, and September 2024 – as per the regulatory authority’s notification. Lifeline customers will be exempt from these increases.
Monthly Breakdown of Increased Charges
Month
Additional Charge per Unit (Rs)
Notes
June 2024
2.68
New electricity price is to be set according to Nepra’s notification.
July 2024
3.11
New price includes the hiked amount.
August 2024
3.22
Amount to be recovered in the electricity bills.
September 2024
1.00
Final recovery of the increased amount.
Nepra’s decision reflects adjustments due to fuel costs, aiming to address financial pressures on the power supply system. The changes are part of a broader strategy to ensure sustainability and efficiency in electricity provision.
Karachi residents will see these charges reflected in their monthly electricity bills from June to September 2024, resulting in a cumulative increase of Rs10.01 per unit over this period.
