The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (Nepra) has approved an additional charge of Rs 1.46/unit in the September electricity bills for July fuel charges. This is the third consecutive month that Nepra has allowed an increase in fuel charges. The increase in fuel charges is due to the rising cost of imported coal and furnace oil, which are the main sources of fuel for power generation in Pakistan.
The additional fuel charges will be applicable to all consumers, including domestic, commercial, and industrial consumers. The impact of the additional charges will vary depending on the consumption level of each consumer. For example, a household that consumes 100 units of electricity per month will see an increase of Rs 146 in its bill.
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The increase in fuel charges is likely to put an additional burden on consumers, who are already facing high inflation. The government has announced a subsidy of Rs 21 per unit for the next two months to offset the impact of the increase in fuel charges. However, it is unclear how long the government will be able to sustain this subsidy.
The increase in fuel charges is a major concern for consumers and businesses. It is likely to lead to higher electricity prices and inflation. The government needs to take steps to reduce the reliance on imported fuel and improve the efficiency of the power sector in order to avoid further increases in fuel charges.