Ministry Of Energy And Ifc Partner To Deploy 10 Million Smart Meters
The Ministry of Energy enters a transaction advisory agreement with IFC to install 10 million smart meters across Pakistan to curb power theft and improve billing.
NEPRA Approves Electricity Price Hike of 1.42 Rupees Under February Fuel Cost Adjustment
NEPRA announces a power tariff increase of 1.42 rupees per unit for February fuel cost adjustments to be recovered from KE and DISCO consumers in April 2026.
Government Ends Billing Relief on Excess Solar Generation Beyond Approved Limits
The federal government introduces Export MDI checks for net metering, removing credit for surplus solar energy produced beyond a consumer’s licensed capacity.
Power Division Reports Rs1,837 Billion Circular Debt as Operational Efficiency Improves
The Power Division clarifies that the current circular debt of 1,837 billion rupees is a temporary fluctuation, with inefficiencies declining by 48 billion rupees this fiscal year.
Force Majeure Halts LNG Supplies for Power Generation Amid Regional Conflict
Government officials confirm LNG supply disruptions due to force majeure as the Iran war impacts global energy routes, prompting new daytime electricity pricing strategies.
Pakistan ECC Approves Strategic IPP Tariff Revisions to Save Billions in Energy Costs
The Economic Coordination Committee approves major tariff renegotiations with 20 power projects including wind and solar plants to reduce circular debt and consumer rates.
Nepra flags surplus capacity and grid bottlenecks as key drivers of rising electricity tariffs in Pakistan
Nepra’s FY2024-25 report highlights surplus generation capacity, low plant utilisation, high capacity payments and transmission bottlenecks as major factors behind elevated electricity tariffs and financial strain in Pakistan’s power sector.
Saudi, Kuwaiti investors initiate $2bn arbitration against Pakistan over K-Electric
Saudi and Kuwaiti investors in K-Electric have launched a $2 billion international arbitration against Pakistan, citing regulatory interference, unpaid dues, and delays in a blocked sale of the power utility.
K-Electric Reviewing Viability After Major Tariff Cut, Says CEO Moonis Alvi
K-Electric CEO Syed Moonis Abdullah Alvi has raised concerns over NEPRA’s major revisions to the Multi-Year Tariff for FY2024–30, warning that the large-scale reductions threaten the utility’s operational viability. The company is reviewing the implications and considering all legal and regulatory options to ensure service continuity and financial stability.
Govt to Open Power Market in 2026, Allowing Consumers to Choose Electricity Providers
The government plans to liberalize the electricity market in 2026, enabling consumers to choose their power suppliers and fostering competition in Pakistan’s energy sector.