Barrick Slows Reko Diq Project Amid Security Concerns
April 4, 2026
KP to Form Own Crisis Management Policy Amid Inflation
April 5, 2026
Pakistan’s surplus power package drives 2,164 GWh consumption in three months, boosting demand and delivering Rs20.8bn in savings.
Pakistan’s surplus power package has driven a significant increase in electricity consumption, with industrial and agricultural sectors using an additional 2,164 gigawatt hours (GWh) between December 2025 and February 2026.
According to the Ministry of Energy Pakistan (Power Division), the initiative offered electricity at a reduced tariff of Rs22.98 per unit on incremental consumption to support key sectors.
The additional usage accounted for 23% of total electricity sold to these sectors during the three-month period, indicating a strong demand response.
Financial savings under the scheme reached Rs20.83 billion, including Rs19.6 billion for industrial users and Rs1.14 billion for the agricultural sector. Among industrial categories, B3 consumers recorded the highest savings, followed by B2, B4 and B1 users.
Participation levels were also notable, with a majority of large industrial consumers availing the incentive, alongside significant uptake in agriculture.
Electricity demand rose 12% year-on-year in January and 11% in February, reflecting increased reliance on grid power over costlier self-generation.
The government introduced the package to optimise surplus generation capacity, reduce energy costs and support economic activity across key sectors.
