The Lahore Electric Supply Company (LESCO) has significantly increased the charges for new electricity connections, according to an official notification issued on Monday, introducing a sharp rise that will affect new domestic applicants across its service region.
Under the revised fee structure, consumers applying for a new electricity meter will now be required to pay Rs21,300, a substantial jump from the previous cost of Rs6,400. The revised rates have already come into force and are applicable with immediate effect.
According to details shared in the notification, the total revised amount includes multiple components. Out of the Rs21,300 charge, Rs17,700 will be allocated to cover the cost of the electricity meter and associated cabling. In addition, Rs3,660 will be collected as security deposit from new applicants.
Sources within the company indicated that the decision to increase charges faced internal disagreement, with some officials reportedly expressing reservations over the steep revision. However, despite the concerns raised, the decision was approved by the chairman and members of the LESCO board.
