In a major relief for electricity consumers, the government has decided to extend fuel cost adjustment (FCA) reductions to domestic users consuming up to 300 units per month and agricultural tube wells. The Power Division has formally written to the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA), urging them to implement this relief measure.

Major Announcement by the Federal Minister for Energy

Federal Minister for Energy, Ovais Ahmad Khan Leghari, made the announcement, stating that the reduction in the monthly fuel adjustment charges will now also apply to low-consumption households and agricultural tube wells. This step is aimed at easing the financial burden on small consumers, who have long been excluded from this benefit.

Why Is This Relief Important?

According to the Power Division, consumers using up to 300 units per month had been deprived of fuel adjustment relief since June 2015, while agricultural tube wells lost access to this benefit as far back as December 2010. The recent move aims to correct this longstanding issue, ensuring lower electricity bills for millions of households and farmers.

The government’s request to NEPRA highlights that implementing this relief measure will directly reduce monthly electricity bills, providing much-needed financial ease in times of rising costs.

How Will Consumers Benefit?

✔ Lower Electricity Bills: The reduction in FCA will immediately reflect in lower monthly bills for small consumers and farmers.
✔ Support for Farmers: Agricultural tube wells play a crucial role in the farming sector, and lower electricity costs will enhance agricultural productivity.
✔ Correction of Past Exclusions: The government is taking corrective measures to provide fairness in fuel cost adjustments.

The implementation of this measure now rests with NEPRA. If approved, millions of Pakistani households and farmers can expect noticeable reductions in their electricity bills, leading to economic relief across the board.