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NEPRA Raises Electricity Prices, Sparks Outcry Over Burden on Consumers
NEPRA's decision to hike electricity prices stirs public outcry, adding Rs 46.61 billion burden on consumers.
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by News Desk
2024-06-01
NEPRA Raises Electricity Prices, Sparks Outcry Over Burden on Consumers

The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) has drawn widespread criticism following its decision to increase electricity prices, unleashing a wave of public outcry over the significant burden imposed on consumers amidst ongoing inflationary pressures.

 

NEPRA's move, raising electricity prices by Rs 3.76 paise per unit, translates into an additional burden of Rs 46.61 billion on consumers. The decision, effective from June, entails an immediate increase of Rs 1.90 paise per unit, followed by subsequent increments of Rs 1.93 paise per unit in July and August.

 

The announcement has prompted strong reactions from the public, who are already grappling with the economic strain induced by rising inflation rates. Many consumers have expressed frustration over the additional financial burden placed on them, citing the challenges of managing household expenses amid escalating costs.

 

Critics have raised concerns about the impact of the price hike on the overall cost of living, particularly for low and middle-income households already struggling to make ends meet. The move has sparked debates on social media platforms, with many questioning the rationale behind such a substantial increase in electricity prices and its implications for the broader economy.

 

As the nation braces for the repercussions of the electricity price hike, calls for transparency and accountability in regulatory decisions have intensified. Consumers are urging authorities to address the underlying issues contributing to the escalating cost of utilities and take measures to alleviate the financial strain on the populace.
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