On April 10, 2025, the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) approved a Rs1.71 per unit reduction in electricity tariffs for the period of April to June 2025. This decision follows a government proposal aimed at alleviating the financial burden on consumers and stimulating electricity demand.
The tariff reduction will apply to all consumers of ex-WAPDA distribution companies (XWDISCOs) and K-Electric, excluding lifeline consumers. The government plans to fund this relief through an estimated Rs58.6 billion collected from the Petroleum Development Levy (PDL).
NEPRA stated that this subsidy does not affect its determined tariffs, as the government is providing additional funds to cover the reduction. The federal cabinet has approved this measure, and the new rates are expected to be reflected in electricity bills starting April 2025.
