Farooq Sattar Criticizes Continuous Electricity Bill Increases
Karachi: Dr. Farooq Sattar, senior leader of the Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM), publicly denounced the ongoing rise in electricity tariffs on November 9, 2026, highlighting the detrimental impact on ordinary Pakistanis. He questioned the rationale behind repeated hikes, condemning the government’s approach amid the struggling economy.
Tax Burden on Fuel and Electricity
Dr. Sattar pointed out that the government is collecting substantial amounts through heavy taxation on petroleum products, with petrol carrying a tax of Rs 114 per liter and diesel Rs 100 per liter. Despite these significant levies, the government continues to increase electricity bills, purportedly to adjust fuel cost fluctuations, further straining household budgets.
Economic Strain on the Public
The MQM leader emphasized that rising inflation, escalating unemployment, and soaring utility expenses have collectively undermined the financial stability of many citizens. He warned that additional charges on electricity bills would exacerbate the hardships faced by the public, describing the current trend as “breaking the backbone” of the people.
Pakistanis are already grappling with a challenging economic environment, and increased living costs risk deepening public discontent and financial insecurity. The continued rise in energy costs, a basic utility, is particularly alarming given its wide-reaching effects on everyday household expenses and business operations.
“It is unjust to place further financial pressure on the masses,” Dr. Sattar stated, urging the government to reconsider its policies on energy pricing to protect vulnerable segments of society.
