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Pakistan’s ex WAPDA distribution companies (XWDISCOs) have sought approval to recover an additional Rs 1.7267 per unit from consumers through October 2026 electricity bills under the August Fuel Charges Adjustment (FCA).
The Central Power Purchasing Agency Guarantee (CPPA G) has filed the request with the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA), which has scheduled a public hearing for September 29, 2026. If approved, the additional amount could be recovered through October bills, while the adjustment may also apply to K Electric consumers under federal government policy guidelines.
According to CPPA G data, total electricity generation stood at 14,943 gigawatt hours in August, while 14,464 gigawatt hours were recorded as net electricity delivered to distribution companies. The reference fuel cost for the month was Rs 7.0998 per unit, compared with an actual applicable fuel cost of Rs 8.8265 per unit, resulting in the requested FCA of Rs 1.7267 per unit.
Hydropower remained the largest source of generation in August, accounting for 37.84 percent of total generation. Imported coal contributed 15.59 percent, local coal 10.88 percent, nuclear power 10.22 percent and RLNG based generation 8.78 percent.
Power generation increased 5.1 percent year on year in August, but the overall generation cost increased by 37.63 percent. RLNG based generation costs more than doubled, rising 111 percent to Rs 45.928 per unit. Nuclear generation costs increased 43.3 percent to Rs 3.1468 per unit, while imported coal generation costs rose 21.4 percent to Rs 17.088 per unit.
The CPPA G petition also reflects adjustments of Rs 10.097 billion related to previous adjustments and another Rs 10.617 billion related to RLNG fuel rate adjustments. These adjustments reduce the net amount considered for the requested FCA.
The proposed Rs 1.7267 per unit increase is not yet a final tariff decision. NEPRA will determine the admissible adjustment after the scheduled public hearing, following which the approved amount, if any, will be recovered through the relevant billing cycle.

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Pakistan has invited Turkish companies to participate in the bidding process for the privatisation of electricity distribution companies (DISCOs) as the government advances reforms aimed at improving operational performance, financial sustainability and consumer services in the power sector.
Federal Minister for Energy (Power Division) Sardar Awais Ahmed Khan Leghari conveyed the invitation during a meeting with Türkiye’s Ambassador to Pakistan Dr Irfan Nazir Oglu, according to the Ministry of Energy.
The minister said the government had completed the required policy, reform and institutional measures for the privatisation of electricity distribution companies. The broader reform programme is aimed at improving operational efficiency, reducing financial losses, modernising distribution infrastructure and strengthening consumer services.
The Turkish ambassador welcomed the ongoing reforms and the government’s efforts to expand private sector participation, while noting that Turkish companies remain interested in investment opportunities in Pakistan’s energy sector.
Turkish investor interest has already emerged in the DISCO privatisation process. Three Turkish companies were among the 12 Expressions of Interest received for FESCO, while three Turkish companies also submitted Expressions of Interest for GEPCO.
The government had initially invited local and international investors to submit Expressions of Interest for the privatisation of FESCO, GEPCO and IESCO. Investors have been offered the opportunity to acquire between 51 percent and 100 percent shareholding together with management control in the respective distribution companies.
According to the Privatisation Commission, 12 prospective investors expressed interest in FESCO, including three from Türkiye, one from China and eight Pakistani companies or business groups. GEPCO also received Expressions of Interest from 11 prospective investors, including three Turkish companies.
The government has positioned DISCO privatisation as part of its wider power sector reform programme. The Privatisation Commission has stated that the process will move through evaluation, prequalification and detailed due diligence before the subsequent stages of the transactions.
Pakistan and Türkiye have previously held high level consultations on power sector privatisation and reforms, including discussions on Türkiye’s experience with electricity distribution privatisation and private sector participation to improve operational efficiency.

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The Federal Government Employees Housing Authority (FGEHA) has decided to accelerate the implementation of its ongoing housing projects and expedite the process of handing over plots to existing allottees, as the Authority seeks to improve project delivery and strengthen investor confidence in the federal housing sector.
The decisions were taken during the 52nd meeting of the FGEHA Executive Board, held at the Ministry of Housing and Works on Friday. The meeting was chaired by Federal Minister for Housing and Works Mian Riaz Hussain Pirzada and attended by Secretary Housing and Works Captain (Retd.) Muhammad Mahmood, FGEHA Director General Captain (Retd.) Muhammad Zafar Iqbal and other board members.
The board conducted a detailed review of FGEHA's ongoing housing projects, recent developments, its recently concluded auction and the Authority's future plans.
The federal minister expressed satisfaction over the successful auction and appreciated the efforts of FGEHA management, saying the response from investors reflected growing confidence in the Authority and its housing initiatives.
He said coordinated efforts by the Ministry of Housing and Works and FGEHA, in line with the government's housing-sector priorities, were contributing to progress in the sector.
The minister particularly highlighted progress on major projects, including Sectors F-14/F-15, the Margalla Orchard joint venture with DHA, and other FGEHA housing schemes. He directed the Authority to take all possible measures to maintain the pace of development and ensure timely implementation.
Plot possession to be expedited
A major focus of the meeting was the delivery of plots to existing FGEHA allottees. The federal minister directed the Authority to expedite the process and ensure that allottees who have already received plot allotments are given possession at the earliest possible stage, subject to completion of the required development works.
The minister also said work was underway to introduce new housing schemes for applicants currently on FGEHA's waiting lists, with the objective of expanding residential opportunities for eligible government employees.
He further directed that pending housing projects should be accelerated and brought towards practical implementation and completion without unnecessary delays.
The board also acknowledged the contributions of Prime Minister's Advisor Dr. Syed Tauqir Hussain Shah and Federal Minister for Establishment Ahsan Khan Cheema in matters relating to the Ministry of Housing and Works, particularly their role in the preparation of the National Housing Policy and related policy and administrative initiatives.
The meeting concluded with a reaffirmation of the Ministry and FGEHA's commitment to completing ongoing housing projects, launching new schemes, providing facilities and plot possession to allottees at the earliest possible stage, and maintaining investor confidence in the Authority.