NEPRA flags power woes for industry

NEPRA flags power woes for industry

The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (Nepra) has directed the Power Division to address the concerns of the industrial sector regarding inconsistent power supply. Industries are reportedly considering a return to captive power plants (CPPs) despite their higher operational costs due to frequent grid supply disruptions. The directive was issued during a public hearing on a petition filed by the Central Power Purchasing Agency-Guarante…

Textile sector may return to costlier CPPs: PD’s PPP projections to Nepra draw sharp criticism

ISLAMABAD: The Power Division came under heavy criticism on Thursday for submitting what were termed unsubstantiated Power Purchase Price (PPP) projections for FY 2025-26 to Nepra and for the continuing unreliable power supply by distribution companies (Discos). Concerns were raised that these issues could drive the textile sector back to costlier Captive Power Plants (CPPs), despite grid electricity being comparatively cheaper. The National Ele…