Power distribution companies’ unpaid bills surpass Rs2.56 trillion D_Trends

Power distribution companies’ unpaid bills surpass Rs2.56 trillion D_Trends

Unpaid bills of 12 power distribution companies (DISCOs) have exceeded Rs2.56 trillion which are owed by the federal and provincial governments of the country.  According to media reports, the federal government has outstanding dues of Rs47.81 billion, while provincial governments collectively owe Rs1.51 trillion to the DISCOs operating nationwide.  Additionally, subordinate institutions of the Azad … Read more

Centre, provinces owe Rs2.56 trillion to DISCOs D_Trends

Centre, provinces owe Rs2.56 trillion to DISCOs D_Trends

ISLAMABAD: The federal and provincial governments collectively owe more than Rs2.56 trillion in unpaid bills to the electricity Distribution Companies (DISCOs) across the country, official documents available with The Express Tribune revealed on Wednesday. There are 12 DISCOs across the country – Faisalabad Electric Supply Company (Fesco); Gujranwala Electric Power Company (Gepco); Hazara Electric Supply … Read more

Govt approves Rs2.56 per unit hike in FCA for August electricity bills D_Trends

Govt approves Rs2.56 per unit hike in FCA for August electricity bills D_Trends

A power technician while fixing electric meters in Pakistan. — AFP/File ISLAMABAD: Adding to the financial troubles of inflation-hit masses, the federal government on Thursday jacked up the power tariff by Rs2.56 per unit in terms of fuel cost adjustment (FCA) for June, which would be reflected in the August billing. The National Electric Power … Read more