Govt notifies Rs4.04 per unit cut in industrial tariffs

On February 17, 2026, the Pakistani government officially announced a reduction of Rs4.04 per unit in industrial electricity tariffs. This move aims to alleviate the cost burden on industrial consumers and potentially stimulate industrial activity. Concurrently, the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (Nepra) faced criticism regarding changes to the net metering policy, which affects how consumers with renewable energy installations are compensated. These developments reflect ongoing adjustments in Pakistan's energy sector policies, impacting industrial stakeholders and renewable energy participants.