The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) on Friday approved the Winter Package proposed by the federal government, offering discounts to consumers on additional electricity usage.
According to the package, domestic consumers will receive a 30per cent discount, equivalent to Rs. 11.42 per unit, on minimum additional electricity usage. Meanwhile, industrial consumers will get an 18per cent discount, equivalent to Rs. 5.72 per unit.
The Winter Package will be effective from December to February, a period of three months as the NEPRA informed the federal government about the package’s approval before issuing the notification.
It’s worth noting that industrial and commercial consumers were not initially included in the federal government’s proposal. However, NEPRA has extended the benefits to these consumers as well.
The package aims to encourage consumers to use electricity efficiently during the winter season. With the approved discounts, consumers can enjoy reduced electricity bills while also promoting energy conservation.
The package was announced by Prime Minister (PM) Shehbaz Sharif who announced up to Rs 26 per unit relief in electricity bills during the three winter months—December, January, and February.
