The government of Bangladesh has initiated a process to increase electricity prices at both wholesale and retail levels, with implementation expected in June 2026. Power generation and distribution companies have submitted proposals to the Bangladesh Energy Regulatory Commission (BERC), suggesting a 17–21 percent rise in wholesale tariffs and a 14–18 percent increase for consumers. Public hearings on the proposals will be held on May 20 and 21 at the Krishibid Institute in Dhaka. Distribution companies aim to apply the new rates from early June, pending final approval.
According to the Power Division, the current production cost per unit exceeds 12 taka, while the average selling price is just over 7 taka, resulting in a loss of about 5 taka per unit. Despite subsidies of 38,637 crore taka in fiscal year 2024–25, the sector still incurred a loss of 17,021 crore taka. The government seeks to reduce subsidies by 10,000 to 16,000 crore taka through the price adjustment. Energy experts have criticized the move, blaming past mismanagement and corruption for the sector’s financial crisis.
The Power Development Board also proposed revising consumer slabs to protect low-income users and encourage energy savings among middle-income households.
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