Web Desk — Electricity prices in Pakistan may rise again as authorities move forward with the monthly fuel adjustment for December, adding pressure on consumers already struggling with high energy costs.
According to sources, power tariffs could increase by up to 48 paisas per unit under the monthly fuel adjustment mechanism. The Central Power Purchasing Agency has completed preparations and formally submitted its request for approval.
The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority will hold a public hearing on January 29 to review the CPPA request. Any approval could directly translate into higher electricity bills for consumers across the country.
In its filing, CPPA said Pakistan generated 8.487 billion units of electricity in December and supplied 8.208 billion units to distribution companies. The agency reported an average electricity cost of Rs 9.62 per unit for the month.
CPPA data shows that hydropower contributed 18.07 percent of total generation, while local coal accounted for 13.99 percent. Imported coal produced 10.13 percent of electricity, while furnace oil and diesel contributed none.
Local gas generated 11.20 percent of electricity, while imported LNG accounted for 17.24 percent. Nuclear energy made up the largest share at 25.05 percent, highlighting its growing role in the power mix.
The data also revealed sharp cost differences between energy sources. Electricity generated from LNG cost Rs 20.54 per unit, while nuclear power remained the cheapest at Rs 2.30 per unit.
If approved, the proposed adjustment would further raise electricity bills, reinforcing concerns about rising energy costs and their impact on households and businesses nationwide.
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