Islamabad, Apr 16, 2025: In a major move to promote electric mobility in Pakistan, the federal government has successfully obtained approval to lower the base electricity tariff for electric vehicle (EV) charging stations.
The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) recently decided to significantly reduce the revised rate to Rs 23.57 per unit, down from the previous Rs 45.55 per unit.
The reduction of Rs 21.98 per unit aims to make EV charging more affordable and accessible for the public. Additionally, NEPRA has also greenlit the removal of the previously fixed capped margin of Rs 24.44 on EV charging stations.
With this margin now deregulated, pricing will be determined by market forces, promoting healthy competition and better services for consumers.
The federal government had earlier submitted this proposal to NEPRA, emphasizing the need to cut costs at EV charging hubs to support green transportation.
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This initiative is part of a broader national strategy to reduce reliance on imported fossil fuels and lower environmental pollution caused by traditional vehicles.
During a session in the Senate, Law Minister Azam Nazeer Tarar highlighted the country’s commitment to electric vehicle infrastructure.
Pakistan has imported 30 electric buses from China, currently stationed at the Jinnah Convention Center in Islamabad, he revealed.
Modern, high-capacity charging systems support these buses. Officials held a soft launch of the electric bus fleet to mark the beginning of this transition.
The minister also shared future plans aimed at improving citizen services, including the establishment of NADRA centers in every Union Council over the next two and a half years.
This bold shift in energy pricing and infrastructure development signals Pakistan’s dedication to building a cleaner, smarter transportation system.
Experts expect lower Electric Vehicles charging rates to attract more consumers to electric vehicles, ultimately benefiting both the economy and the environment.
