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LESCO Cuts Solar Net-Metering Buyback to Rs25.32 Per Unit Effective With January Bills

The NEPRA-approved change adds export limits tied to approved capacity alongside stricter MDI registration.

Overview

  • LESCO lowered the export credit for rooftop solar customers by 66 paisa to Rs25.32 per unit from Rs25.98.
  • The revised rate applies from the January 2026 billing cycle following an IT Directorate implementation notice.
  • Customer services were instructed to apply the new credit rate immediately for exported units.
  • Exports beyond approved distributed generation capacity will be capped proportionally under the new rules.
  • LESCO introduced an adjustment formula for export MDI exceedances under CP 22 and made accurate export MDI registration mandatory to avoid billing issues.