Consumers in Pakistan could see a drop in electricity bills as the Central Power Purchasing Agency (CPPA) has formally requested a Rs1.75 per unit reduction in electricity price under the quarterly adjustment for Q4 of FY 2024–25.
NEPRA’s Electricity Price Relief
The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) held a hearing on this petition on August 4, 2025, and if the proposal is approved, it could bring an estimated Rs53.39 billion in financial relief to electricity users across the country.
Proposed Tariff Cut
The proposed tariff cut will apply to all state-owned Distribution Companies (DISCOs), including K-Electric, and will reflect in power bills for August, September, and October 2025. Furthermore, if additional tariff adjustments are approved in future hearings, consumers may get up to Rs2.10 per unit relief during September to November 2025.
K-Electric Stance
In a separate statement, K-Electric addressed public speculation about possible price hikes, clarifying that the company does not have the authority to change tariffs on its own. Tariffs are determined and regulated by the Government of Pakistan under the guidance of the Ministry of Energy (Power Division) and NEPRA.
What’s Next
Any changes to electricity rates, slab structures, or consumer categories must be issued through an official government notification, ensuring nationwide uniformity across all DISCOs.
This anticipated reduction follows broader efforts to ease pressure on households and businesses as energy costs continue to impact economic stability.
Published in SouthAsianDesk, August 4th, 2025
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