The federal government has not yet made any decision on extending electricity bill relief to consumers in flood-hit areas, Business Recorder reported, citing sources in the Power Division.
On September 9, 2025, Minister for National Food Security and Research, Rana Tanveer Hussain, had announced that the government would provide relief in electricity bills for households affected by recent floods.
However, sources said no official instructions have been received so far. “When directions come from the top, we will assess the financial implications and suggest the way forward,” they added.
Another source said the government has temporarily allowed deferred payments for a few months, but consumers will eventually need to clear their bills.
Millions of consumers in flood-affected areas are currently unable to pay their electricity bills. Officials noted that the matter may be discussed with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) during the team’s visit this month to seek the Fund’s consent.
The Finance Division has not confirmed the exact date of the IMF team’s arrival.
Distribution companies (Discos) are reporting their daily losses to the Power Division and the Power Planning and Monitoring Company (PPMC), formerly PEPCO, which oversees all Disco operations and liaises with international financial institutions.