Industries using less electricity may face higher charges

The government is planning to introduce a new electricity tariff for industries aimed at encouraging greater use of the national grid, sources in the Power Division said.

Under the proposed policy, industrial consumers using less electricity may face heavier fixed charges, while those consuming more power could receive discounts through cheaper per-unit rates.

According to sources, the government is considering a new tariff structure for industrial consumers that would place higher fixed charges on industries with low electricity consumption.

At the same time, industries that use more electricity from the national grid may be offered cheaper power per unit.

Officials say the policy is designed to encourage industrial units to rely more on grid electricity instead of shifting away from the system.

Low usage may bring higher charges

The proposed tariff plan includes heavy charges for industries that use less electricity. Sources said the move is aimed at discouraging industries that are switching to solar power or reducing their dependence on the national grid.

The government believes that industries leaving the grid increase the financial burden on the power system, as fixed costs still have to be met.

Discounts for high electricity consumption

Under the new policy, industrial consumers with higher electricity usage may be offered discounted rates. Sources said industrial electricity rates could be brought down to 6 to 8 cents per unit for high-consumption users.