NEPRA has increased the power tariff by 50 paisas per unit.
The increase in the cost of electricity has been made under the head of Fuel Adjustment Surcharge (FAS).
The enhanced tariff will be applicable from September 01 for three months. The upward revised tariff will shift additional burden of Rs 12 billion to the consumers.
The industrial consumers which are enjoying relief package will stand exempted from this increase in power tariff. The increased tariff will also not be applicable to life line consumers.
