3-Month Winter Electricity Relief Package In Pakistan – 8171 Update
Dear Pakistani citizens, there is a recent update regarding the exorbitant electricity bills that have burdened you for years. The Prime Minister has now declared a much-needed relief for all households in Pakistan, allowing them to pay lower amounts on their electricity bills over the next few months.
Find out all the information regarding PM Shabaz Sharif’s recent 3-Months Winter Electricity Relief Package and its duration of assistance to the public.
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Winter Relief: 3-Month Bijli Sahulat Package
The “Bijli Sahulat” package, a three-month power relief plan initiated by Prime Minister Shehbaz Shari, aims to assist customers during winter when essential utilities are used minimally due to the expensive per-unit rates.
“بجلی سہولت” پیکج، وزیر اعظم شہباز شری کی طرف سے شروع کیا گیا تین ماہ کا پاور ریلیف پلان، جس کا مقصد موسم سرما کے موسم میں صارفین کی مدد کرنا ہے جب فی یونٹ مہنگے ہونے کی وجہ سے ضروری یوٹیلیٹیز کا استعمال کم سے کم ہوتا ہے۔ شاعر علامہ اقبال کے یوم پیدائش کی مناسبت سے منعقدہ تقریب میں حاضرین سے خطاب کرتے ہوئے، انہوں نے اعلان کیا، “حکومت نے بجلی کی اضافی کھپت کو پورا کرنے کے لیے دسمبر، جنوری اور فروری کے موسم سرما کے مہینوں کے لیے بجلی کے ریلیف پیکج کی منظوری دی ہے۔”
Addressing the audience at a ceremony commemorating the birth anniversary of poet Allama Iqbal, he announced, “The government has approved an electricity relief package for the winter months of December, January, and February, to cover any additional power consumption.”
Commercial Consumers to Get Relief: Save Up to Rs22 Per Unit
The premier announced that household consumers will be charged a flat fee of Rs 26.07 per unit for any extra electricity usage. He also mentioned that this would result in savings ranging from Rs 11.42 to Rs 26 per unit for households.
PM Shehbaz shared that there are multiple power user slabs available. He also mentioned that the industrial sector could save anywhere from Rs. 15 to Rs. 5.72 per unit. He expressed hope for the industry to experience growth, ultimately providing more employment opportunities for individuals.
Furthermore, the expenses for commercial consumers would see a decrease from Rs13.46 per unit to Rs22 per unit. According to him, this would result in savings of 34% to 47% on additional electricity consumption and provide companies, factories, and farming with lower electricity rates. Ultimately, this would also aid in boosting exports.
Massive 18-37% Relief for the Thriving Industrial Sector
According to the premier, there is a possibility that the industrial sector could potentially lower electricity rates by anywhere from 18% to 37%.
According to the Power Division’s statement released via X on Thursday, the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) has implemented a decrease of Rs1.28 per unit in power rates, in response to fluctuations in September fuel prices.
Additionally, NEPRA had previously granted permission for a nationwide increase in electricity tariffs by Rs1.743 per unit for the months spanning September to November. The objective of this measure is to generate a total of Rs43.23 billion for the distribution companies that were formerly under WAPDA.
Use Heating Appliances Freely: No More Stress Over High Energy Bills
The government is determined to promote greater industrial and commercial activity as a means of boosting economic growth.
The reduced cost for extra electricity usage during winter months will not only help households but also present a more favorable option over gas for heating and other energy purposes. According to the Power Division, they will continue to introduce creative strategies to optimize electricity consumption and support Pakistan’s economic progress.
In Conclusion
To sum it up, the 3-Month Winter Electricity Relief Package, spearheaded by PM Shehbaz Sharif, has the primary objective of alleviating the impact of steep electricity expenses on households, businesses, and industries. Through considerable reductions in additional electricity consumption charges, this program not only relieves financial pressures but also bolsters economic development by facilitating industrial and commercial operations.