Over 2.8 Million Consumers Benefit from MEPCO Relief Package

The Multan Electric Power Company (MEPCO) has provided relief to over 2.8 million electricity consumers in the region through the Punjab Government’s relief package. This package offers a reduction of Rs 14 per unit in electricity bills, allowing consumers to save a substantial amount of money. The total savings provided to consumers so far amounts to Rs 11.93 billion.

Chief Engineer of Customer Services at MEPCO, Syed Jawad Mansoor Shah, announced this relief package and highlighted its importance for the residents of South Punjab. The relief is part of the government’s efforts to reduce the financial burden on electricity consumers, especially during the ongoing economic challenges.

Key Information	Details
Relief Package	Reduction of Rs 14 per unit
Number of Beneficiaries	2.86 million consumers
Total Savings	Rs 11.93 billion
Target Region	South Punjab (13 districts)

Relief Provided in August and September

In August 2024, MEPCO provided relief to 1.61 million consumers across 13 districts in South Punjab. These consumers, who consumed between 201 and 500 units of electricity, received a discount totaling Rs 6.52 billion.

This relief was applied directly to their electricity bills. In September 2024, another 1.26 million consumers are benefiting from a discount of Rs 5.40 billion. The relief package has been implemented to provide financial relief to those affected by rising electricity costs.

Efficient Bill Distribution by MEPCO

To ensure that all consumers receive their discounted bills on time, MEPCO has canceled official holidays on Saturday and Sunday. Under the leadership of MEPCO CEO, Engineer Jam Gul Muhammad Zahid, the company is working diligently to print and distribute the revised bills.

MEPCO is making sure that no eligible consumer misses out on the relief, and efforts are underway to expedite the process. The company is focused on delivering the bills to consumers’ doorsteps without delay.

Steps Taken for Timely Bill Distribution:

• Cancellation of Holidays: MEPCO canceled Saturday and Sunday holidays to speed up bill printing.
• Efficient Delivery: The company is working hard to ensure bills are delivered to all eligible consumers.
• Monitoring: Senior officials have been instructed to monitor the distribution process closely.

Accountability and Transparency in Relief Distribution

Syed Jawad Mansoor Shah, the Chief Engineer, has issued strict instructions to ensure accountability and transparency in the distribution of the relief package. He directed Superintending Engineers, Deputy Commercial Managers, Executive Engineers, Revenue Officers, and Sub-Divisional Officers to closely monitor the process.

The goal is to ensure that all eligible consumers receive their revised bills without any errors or delays. MEPCO is committed to ensuring that this relief reaches every consumer who qualifies for the package.

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Conclusion

The MEPCO relief package has provided significant financial support to over 2.86 million electricity consumers in South Punjab. With a reduction of Rs 14 per unit, the relief has helped ease the burden of high electricity costs. MEPCO’s efforts to ensure timely delivery of bills, coupled with strict accountability measures, ensure that all eligible consumers benefit from this package.

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