IESCO Seeks 54% Electricity Tariff Increase to Rs43.54 per Unit as Pakistan Prepares Distribution Company for Privatisation
Islamabad Electric Supply Company has requested a 54% electricity tariff increase to Rs43.54 per unit for 2027 and Rs157.864 billion in prior-year adjustments as NEPRA questions the proposed recovery of accumulated costs in a single adjustment.
Business community criticizes government over continuation of Rs3.23/kWh DSS for six years
Pakistan’s business community has voiced strong criticism against the government for celebrating the continuation of the Rs3.23/kWh Debt Service Surcharge for six years, warning that the move unfairly burdens consumers to repay a massive Rs1.225 trillion loan.