From The Express Tribune · ZAFAR BHUTTA · · 1m 20s
Nepra raises electricity tariff for farmers and industries
Nepra increases incremental consumption tariff by Rs2.32 per unit for agricultural and industrial consumers.
In brief
Nepra increases incremental consumption tariff by Rs2.32 per unit for agricultural and industrial consumers. Nepra raised the incremental consumption tariff for farmers and industries by Rs2.32 per unit after review, effective November 2026 billing. Originally reported by The Express Tribune.
Nepra tariff decision
Nepra increased incremental consumption tariff by Rs2.32 per unit for agricultural and industrial consumers.
Tariff adjustment details
The new rate applies to all agricultural and industrial consumers under power distribution companies including K-Electric.
Previous tariff package
The government had earlier announced a lower tariff to encourage grid electricity consumption after solar power surge.
New tariff rate
The existing incremental consumption package tariff of Rs22.98 per kWh has been revised to Rs25.30 per kWh.
Effective date
The new rate takes effect from November 2026 billing month until further decision after review.
Dissenting views
Member (tariff and finance) and member (development) criticized the lack of data and coordination.
Power Division response
Power Division clarified the tariff increase was not the industrial tariff but a revised marginal rate.
Impact on consumers
Industrial consumers received Rs5 to Rs10 per unit benefit from the package, lowering bills by Rs1.5 to Rs2.5 per unit.
The one thing
Nepra raised the incremental consumption tariff for farmers and industries by Rs2.32 per unit after review, effective November 2026 billing.
