Pakistan power firms seek Rs1.20 tariff hike as RLNG costs double

Power distribution companies in Pakistan have requested a Rs1.20 per unit increase in fuel cost charges for consumers starting in August.

The proposal comes as the price of regasized liquefied natural gas (RLNG) has nearly doubled, driving the fuel cost component of electricity bills to Rs35 per unit, up from Rs16 in June of last year.

The request highlights the persistent vulnerability of Pakistan’s energy sector to global gas price volatility.

With RLNG serving as a critical feedstock for power generation, the doubling of input costs forces utilities to seek immediate pass-through mechanisms to cover operational deficits.

This development adds to a broader trend of rising energy costs across emerging markets, where elevated global commodity prices are being transmitted directly to end-users.

For consumers, the proposed hike represents a significant increase in monthly electricity expenses.