Nepra rejects power division’s criticism of overbilling report

ISLAMABAD: The power regulator Nepra on Tuesday rejected objections raised by the power division over its overbilling investigation report finding massive irregularities to consumers and made it clear to take the regulatory process to the logical conclusion. The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority also appeared unconvinced by the power division’s move to charge Rs15,000 to Rs30,000 for urgent power connections but hinted at allowing 14 per cent interest to consumers seeking instalments for their bills as various consumer groups from across the country. Nepra members believed the only thing the consumers expected from the government and its entities at this stage was facilitations and improved services, for which they were already paying a heavy price at the expense of their livelihood.