The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (Nepra) has awarded DHA City, located on M-9 motorway, two parallel licenses for electricity distribution and supplier of last resort (SoLR) for 21 years.

This marks the first time a privately owned entity, DHA Energy Supply Company (Desco), has been granted both responsibilities under the revised Nepra regime.Initially, Desco's jurisdiction will cover DHA City Karachi (DHACK), 56 km from Karachi city.

Desco reported no infrastructure to connect to the national grid or KE network, relying instead on a procurement agreement with Lucky Cement Limited for 6 MW of electricity.Nepra rejected objections from KE, Gepco, and CPPA, emphasizing reforms to liberalize the power sector.Desco will charge tariffs approved by Nepra, with its parent company DHA Karachi providing financial support.The regulator noted Desco's financial strength will improve post-licensing and emphasized compliance with standards.