In January 2026, Pakistan's power generation reached a record high of 9,140 GWh, marking a 12.1% year-on-year increase, according to Profit by Pakistan Today. This surge was primarily fueled by a significant rise in RLNG-based generation, which increased by 29.8% to 2,002 GWh, and a staggering 127.3% rise in imported coal generation, reaching 1,580 GWh. However, the country faced challenges as hydel generation plummeted by 17.7% and nuclear output fell by 26.3%, leading to a greater reliance on more expensive thermal sources. ProPakistani highlighted that the overall cost of power generation rose to PKR 12.18 per kWh, prompting Distribution Companies (DISCOs) to request a fuel charge adjustment of PKR 1.78 per kWh. Despite these challenges, NEPRA projected a stable power generation outlook with a 1.0% year-on-year increase in demand for 2026.