Electricity consumers across Pakistan, including those served by K-Electric, are expected to receive major financial relief of nearly Rs64 billion following a new petition by power distribution companies.
According to media reports, multiple DISCOs have submitted a request to the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) seeking quarterly tariff adjustments for the January to March 2026 period.
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The regulator is scheduled to hear the petition on May 19 in Islamabad, where companies have requested a total relief of Rs63.936 billion for consumers.
The breakdown of the proposed relief includes a reduction of Rs36.837 billion under capacity charges, along with Rs11.243 billion in cuts related to system usage charges and market operation fees.
However, the petition also includes a recovery request of Rs2.777 billion under monthly adjustment losses, slightly offsetting the overall relief.
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Additionally, a reduction of Rs23.51 billion has been proposed under incremental units, further contributing to the expected decrease in electricity costs.
Officials confirmed that any approved reduction in tariffs would also apply to consumers of K-Electric, offering relief to households and businesses in Karachi.
Separately, Syed Murad Ali Shah has outlined plans to generate affordable electricity through a provincial transmission and distribution system aimed at reducing costs and improving supply efficiency.
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The announcement was made during a meeting with Maja Derrous Mortensen, where discussions focused on energy cooperation, renewable projects, and investment opportunities.
Officials say improved power generation efficiency and reduced line losses under the provincial model could further help lower electricity prices in the future.
