Pakistan, Oct. 14 -- The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) has increased electricity prices by 8 paisa per unit across Pakistan. This hike applies to all power consumers, including those using K-Electric in Karachi. The price adjustment is based on the fuel cost variation for the month of August. NEPRA issued an official notification confirming the tariff revision under the Monthly Fuel Price Adjustment (FPA) mechanism.

Although the Central Power Purchasing (CPPA) had requested a 19 paisa per unit increase, NEPRA approved a lower amount. The regulator reviewed fuel data and generation costs before finalizing the adjustment. NEPRA stated that the hike aligns with government policy guidelines. Therefore, the price increa...