Sources have revealed that proposed alterations to the electricity tariff structure may place an overwhelming financial burden of over Rs22 billion on consumers in the upcoming days. This revelation has stirred significant concerns across the nation.
According to insider reports, distribution companies (DISCOs) have formally approached the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority with a request to increase the electricity tariff by Rs1.30 per unit. This proposed adjustment is intended to address the first quarter’s requirements for the new fiscal year.
The revised tariff structure, if approved, is anticipated to result in a substantial additional financial load on consumers. The breakdown of this financial burden includes a staggering Rs12.12 billion designated for capacity charges. Furthermore, it encompasses Rs4.61 billion in maintenance charges, Rs6.61 billion for line losses, and an astounding Rs10.24 billion in system charges.
This announcement comes at a time when electricity bills have already soared to historic highs in recent months, causing unrest and protests to erupt in various regions of the country. The surge in electricity costs has had a profound impact on the daily lives and household budgets of countless citizens.
In response to public outcry, the government has cited several factors contributing to the escalating electricity bills. These include the soaring costs of fuel, a dwindling exchange rate, and the ballooning capacity payments, all of which have collectively pushed up the cost of electricity. However, these explanations have yet to quell the widespread discontent among the populace.
As the nation grapples with these impending changes to the electricity tariff, public reactions and further government responses are expected to remain at the forefront of the national discourse.
