Discos seek Rs23.33bn additional recovery from electricity consumers

Electricity consumers may face another financial burden as power distribution companies (Discos) have approached the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) seeking permission to recover an additional Rs23.33 billion through electricity bills.

The distribution companies have submitted applications to NEPRA for the quarterly adjustment for July-September 2026, seeking approval to recover additional costs from consumers.

According to the applications, the companies have sought Rs38.92 billion in quarterly capacity charges, while proposing an additional recovery of Rs5.59 billion for operation and maintenance expenses.

The proposed adjustments could lead to a further increase in per-unit electricity rates, adding to the financial burden on consumers.

However, the final decision on any increase in electricity tariffs will rest with Nepra.

The regulator will conduct hearings on the applications before issuing its decision on the proposed additional recoveries and their impact on electricity prices.