K-Electric Fined Rs 5 Million Over Poor Service

National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) has fined K-Electric (KE) over allegations that the power utility has failed to provide electricity in its licensed areas as required during the summer of 2017. The power watchdog has therefore, imposed a Rs 5 million fine on the utility. Following this decision, KE has announced that it will appeal against the decision on the relevant forum. NEPRA issued a order today which declared that KE failed to supply electricity to the people of Karachi during the hot summer days in 2017. In its report, NEPRA states that its the failure of KE if it can’t provide reliable power supply to consumers of Karachi on a non-discriminatory basis. NEPRA will now be taking action against KE after more than a year. According to NEPRA, the power utility not only failed to maintain the required standard, but it is also failed to comply with orders of the Sindh High Court. Following are the important points mentioned in NEPRA’s order against KE: KE has decided to appeal the decision. A written statement issued by KE’s management states that K-Electric is a law-abiding and responsible organization which ensures compliance with all respective regulations and guidelines. “Regarding the recent decision, the power utility will approach the regulatory authority for reconsideration,” KE’s spokesperson said.