Power companies in Pakistan have requested a Rs1.20 per unit increase in fuel cost charges for consumers across the country in August, citing higher expenses from imported fuels.

Despite 75% of electricity generated in June coming from cheaper domestic sources with zero fuel costs, the request was made due to a nearly doubled price of Regasified Liquefied Natural Gas (RLNG), which rose to Rs35 per unit from Rs16 in June 2025.

The Central Power Purchasing Agency (CPPA) reported electricity consumption of 13,066 million units in June 2026, slightly lower than 13,310 million units in June 2025.The proposed adjustment would add Rs15.7 billion to August bills, with the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (Nepra) set to hold a public hearing on July 29.

Other factors contributing to higher fuel costs include furnace oil at Rs52 per unit and diesel at Rs57 per unit, though these accounted for less than 1% of grid supply.

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