Pakistan, Dec. 17 -- The Central Power Purchasing Agency (CPPA) has approached the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) seeking a reduction in electricity tariffs under the monthly fuel adjustment for November. If approved, consumers may receive relief of 72 paisa per unit in their power bills.

According to CPPA, NEPRA is scheduled to hear the petition on December 31. The proposed reduction is based on the cost of electricity generation and supply during the month of November.

CPPA stated that a total of 7.81 billion units of electricity were supplied to distribution companies (DISCOs) across the country during the month. The reported average cost of electricity generation stood at Rs6.16 per unit.

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