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Energy Ministry Defends New K-Electric Tariff for Stability

10/28/2025

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The Ministry of Energy defended the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (Nepra)'s decision to revise K-Electric's multi-year tariff, citing consumer protection.
The Power Division said K-Electric underperformed versus public utilities in dues recovery and service quality.
The new framework eliminates dollar-based profit indexation and aligns profits with local market conditions.
An independent consultant found K-Electric failed to reduce losses.
The ministry says the changes will stabilize rates and improve accountability.

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The Ministry of Energy defended the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (Nepra)'s decision to revise K-Electric's multi-year tariff, citing consumer protection.
The Power Division said K-Electric underperformed versus public utilities in dues recovery and service quality.
The new framework eliminates dollar-based profit indexation and aligns profits with local market conditions.
An independent consultant found K-Electric failed to reduce losses.
The ministry says the changes will stabilize rates and improve accountability.