Peshawar Electric Supply Company (PESCO) is one of the largest electricity distribution companies in Pakistan, providing electricity to millions of customers in its service area. The cost of electricity in PESCO’s service area is a topic of great interest and debate among consumers and policymakers alike. In this article, we will examine the cost of electricity in PESCO’s service area compared to other parts of Pakistan.
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First, it is important to understand how electricity tariffs are calculated in Pakistan. Electricity tariffs are based on a complex formula that takes into account several factors, including the cost of generating electricity, transmission and distribution costs, and taxes and levies. These tariffs are set by the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA), the independent regulatory body responsible for regulating the electricity sector in Pakistan.
According to NEPRA’s latest tariff notifications, the average cost of electricity in Pakistan is Rs. 19.08 per unit for domestic consumers. However, the cost of electricity varies significantly depending on the region and the distribution company. In PESCO’s service area, the cost of electricity for domestic consumers is Rs. 21.09 per unit, which is higher than the national average.
To put this in perspective, let us compare the cost of electricity in PESCO’s service area with other parts of Pakistan. In Lahore Electric Supply Company’s (LESCO) service area, the cost of electricity for domestic consumers is Rs. 19.54 per unit, which is lower than PESCO’s tariff. Similarly, in Islamabad Electric Supply Company’s (IESCO) service area, the cost of electricity for domestic consumers is Rs. 18.74 per unit, which is significantly lower than PESCO’s tariff.
It is worth noting that the cost of electricity in PESCO’s service area is higher than in other parts of Pakistan due to several factors. One of the primary reasons is the high cost of electricity transmission and distribution in the region. PESCO’s service area is located in a mountainous region, which makes it difficult and expensive to build and maintain electricity transmission lines and infrastructure.
In addition, PESCO’s service area also faces significant losses due to electricity theft and non-payment of bills. These losses are passed on to paying customers in the form of higher tariffs. PESCO is taking steps to reduce these losses through anti-theft campaigns and improved billing and collection processes.
Conclusion
The cost of electricity in PESCO’s service area is higher than in other parts of Pakistan, primarily due to the high cost of transmission and distribution and losses due to electricity theft and non-payment of bills. However, PESCO is taking steps to reduce these costs and improve the quality of service for its customers. The government of Pakistan and NEPRA also have a role to play in ensuring that electricity tariffs are fair and reasonable for all consumers across the country.
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