KARACHI: From July the Electricity bill will calculate as per new tariff slabs, If protected consumer exceeds 200 units limit in month, they will be moved to non-protected category.

From July first, the base tariff is expected to increase by Rs 5.72, and fuel charges will rise by Rs 3.41 per unit. This increase will impact both protected and non-protected consumers, with non-protected consumers facing additional fixed taxes and surcharges.

The distinction between protected and non-protected consumers plays a crucial role in determining electricity bills and exceeding the protected limit can lead to a significant increase in monthly expenses, highlighting the importance of monitoring and managing electricity consumption.

If a protected consumer exceeds the limit of 200 units in a month, they will be moved to the non-protected category. The consequences are significant: The monthly bill will increase drastically. The consumer will remain in the non-protected category for 6 months, even if their consumption reduces below 200 units in subsequent months.

After 6 months of being in the non-protected category, the consumer can return to the protected category, provided their consumption is within the 200-unit limit.