LAHORE – The Lahore Electric Supply Company (LESCO) has announced that, following a government directive, a 7.5% tax will now be levied on electricity bills exceeding Rs25,000 for domestic consumers.
In a notice shared on its official website, LESCO said the consumers can get exemption from this tax by sending their Computerized National Identity Card (CNIC) along with reference number to the Power Information Technology Company.
The exemption will be provide to those only who are the tax filers.
This step is part of the government’s broader initiative to enhance tax compliance and reduce the financial burden on verified filers. LESCO has emphasized the importance of timely registration to avoid unnecessary charges.
How to Get Tax Exemption
As per the LESCO alert, electricity consumers, who are filers, are required to register their electricity reference number along with their Computerized National Identity Card (CNIC) to qualify for a potential exemption from this tax.
Consumers must send the required information to the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) via SMS at 8118 to be considered for tax relief.
LESCO’s area of responsibility covers civil districts of Lahore, Kasur, Okara and Sheikhupura.
Apna Meter, Apni Reading App
In a major step toward ensuring transparency in electricity billing, the federal government last month introduced a new mobile application titled “Apna Meter, Apni Reading”. The initiative aims to empower electricity consumers by allowing them to submit their own meter readings and minimize the risk of overbilling.
Through this app, users can upload a photo of their meter on a designated date. The submitted reading will then be used for bill calculation. If both the consumer and the utility meter reader provide readings, the system will automatically use the lower value. Additionally, if the consumer submits their reading on time, any subsequent reading by the meter reader will be disregarded.
The application supports five languages, making it accessible to a wider audience, and is particularly beneficial for consumers who qualify for government subsidies.
