Islamabad, Apr 10, 2025: Kot Addu Power Company Limited (KAPCO), listed on the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX), has received a green light from the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) for a provisional tariff linked to its upcoming 500-megawatt (MW) power generation initiative.
This major project includes both Block I and Block II units, which are key components of KAPCO’s expansion strategy.
According to a formal announcement made to the PSX on Thursday, the company confirmed that NEPRA has conditionally sanctioned the provisional tariff.
The detailed structure of the approved tariff, along with specific terms and regulatory conditions, was shared with stakeholders in the form of Annex A attached to the stock filing.
The provisional approval was granted under Rule 4(7) of the NEPRA Tariff (Standards and Procedure) Rules, 1998, in response to an addendum submitted by KAPCO to amend its initial tariff petition dated February 12, 2025.
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The company had earlier submitted this request to accommodate adjustments necessary for the revised energy project design and financial planning.
KAPCO further clarified in its disclosure that while the final tariff decision is still under NEPRA’s evaluation process, this provisional tariff enables the company to proceed with essential groundwork for the project’s launch.
The company is now poised to initiate steps toward the commercial commissioning of the 500MW plant, pending final regulatory clearances and internal corporate approvals.
Industry experts believe this approval marks a critical milestone for Pakistan’s power sector, as the new capacity will contribute significantly to the national grid.
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Once operational, the plant is expected to enhance energy availability and support industrial as well as domestic power demands across the country.
KAPCO’s management remains optimistic about the project’s timely execution, emphasizing that all regulatory formalities are being handled with due diligence to ensure compliance and smooth commissioning.
This development positions KAPCO to play a stronger role in addressing Pakistan’s growing energy needs while aligning with the national agenda for power infrastructure development.
With this strategic advancement, KAPCO reaffirms its commitment to driving progress in the power sector by investing in reliable and efficient energy solutions for Pakistan’s future.
