The federal government is reportedly planning to provide significant relief on electricity bills for flood-affected victims.

An initial proposal aims to waive taxes on electricity bills in the worst-hit areas, while a separate farmers’ package is being developed to compensate for crop and livestock losses.

According to insiders, the government is considering removing the general sales tax (GST), FC surcharge, and fixed charges from electricity bills.

Proposals are also underway to eliminate GST and excise duty on fuel price adjustments, as well as income tax and retail sales tax. While the federal government focuses on electricity bill relief, provincial governments are expected to waive land revenue charges.

Federal Minister for Industries and Production Rana Tanveer Hussain confirmed that all possible relief measures would be extended to flood victims.

He said surveys of affected areas would be completed within 7 to 10 days, after which the farmers’ compensation package will be officially announced.

Rana Tanveer noted that initial crop damage due to floods ranged from one to three percent overall, with the Gujranwala division suffering the worst impact at 18 percent damage, primarily to rice cultivation.

The minister further stated that the government is addressing concerns regarding increased electricity bills in flood-affected areas, assuring that efforts are underway to provide maximum relief to victims despite the bills having already been issued.