Record-Breaking Electricity Price Hike Under Shehbaz Sharif

Electricity prices surged to record levels under PM Shehbaz Sharif, with a historic increase of Rs 25.76 per unit over two years, burdening consumers with over Rs 2 trillion in extra costs

Islamabad: During Shehbaz Sharif‘s tenure as Prime Minister, electricity prices have surged to unprecedented levels, breaking all previous records. In just two years, the base tariff has increased by a historic Rs 22.53 per unit. When including permanent surcharges, the total hike reaches Rs 25.76 per unit, placing an additional burden of over Rs 2 trillion on consumers.

For the first time, monthly fixed charges of up to Rs 1,000 have been imposed on domestic users. This significant increase in electricity costs has sparked nationwide protests from various business chambers and trade organizations.

**Industry Reaction:**

– The FPCCI and other trade bodies are planning nationwide press conferences and protests.

– APTMA Patron-in-Chief Gohar Ejaz and FPCCI Patron-in-Chief S.M. Tanveer are expected to make major announcements regarding the situation.