Pakistan, June 30 -- The federal government has officially ended the collection of electricity duty through monthly power bills starting July 2025. Energy Minister Awais Leghari announced the decision in a formal letter sent to all provincial chief ministers. He stated that the move is part of the government's plan to reduce the financial pressure on electricity consumers across the country.

Leghari explained that electricity bills have become too complicated due to the presence of multiple taxes, duties, and surcharges. Many consumers do not understand what they are being charged for, which often leads to confusion and frustration. By removing the provincial electricity duty, the government hopes to make the bills more transparent and m...