Electricity prices jacked up 14 times within 12 months
- By Web Desk -
- Aug 11, 2024
ISLAMABAD: The electricity prices in Pakistan jacked up for 14 times in last 12 months, increasing a major burden on Pakistani citizens, ARY News reported.
As per details, a total of 14 adjustments made from July 2023 to August 2024, resulting in an additional cost of over Rs 455 billion to consumers.
The adjustments have led to a significant increase in power prices, with the highest increase of Rs 7.06 per unit in March 2024.
The constant changes have made it challenging for citizens to manage their expenses, and the government is urged to review the fuel adjustment mechanism to provide relief to the public.
Here is a breakdown of the monthly adjustments:
- July 2023: Rs 1.90 per unit increase
- August 2023: Rs 1.81 per unit increase
- September 2023: Rs 1.46 per unit increase
- October 2023: Rs 1.71 per unit increase
- November 2023: Rs 0.40 per unit increase
- December 2023: Rs 3.08 per unit increase
- January 2024: Rs 4.13 per unit increase
- February 2024: Rs 4.57 per unit increase
- March 2024: Rs 7.06 per unit increase
- April 2024: Rs 4.92 per unit increase
- May 2024: Rs 2.84 per unit increase
- June 2024: Rs 3.33 per unit increase
- July 2024: Rs 3.33 per unit increase
- August 2024: Rs 2.56 per unit increase
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