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Pakistan may raise electricity tariffs by up to Rs7 per unit under income‑based subsidy plan
The plan would link consumer records to a new socio‑economic registry and adjust subsidies based on household income.
By Felo News Desk · Published
Pakistan is weighing an income‑based electricity subsidy scheme that could lift tariffs for certain domestic consumers by as much as Rs7 per unit, the Daily Times reported.
The proposal would tie electricity consumer records to a new socio‑economic registry, allowing authorities to assess household incomes and modify subsidy levels accordingly. Under the current system, lifeline users (up to 50 units) receive Rs2.83 per unit in subsidies, while protected consumers get Rs18 per unit for the 1–100 unit bracket.
The document suggests that households consuming between 100 and 400 units might see tariff increases of up to Rs7 per unit, though the impact would vary depending on how households are classified. It also notes a possible Rs18 increase for non‑protected users of 100–200 units, a figure that differs from the Rs7 estimate.
The timeline for implementation and the exact criteria for subsidy adjustments have not been disclosed, and the proposal remains under consideration.
Key facts
- Pakistan is considering an income‑based electricity subsidy system. (dailytimes.com.pk)
- The plan could raise tariffs by up to Rs7 per unit for some households. (dailytimes.com.pk)
- Current lifeline subsidies are Rs2.83 per unit for up to 50 units. (dailytimes.com.pk)
- Protected consumers currently receive Rs18 per unit for 1–100 units. (dailytimes.com.pk)
Sources
- [1] dailytimes.com.pk — originally reported as “Electricity rates may rise by Rs7 under new plan”
