A video of a Karachi resident challenging a Rs600,000 electricity bill from K-Electric has gone viral, sparking intense discussion on consumer rights and billing transparency. The woman claimed the bill far exceeded her actual electricity usage and insisted that a fair amount would be around Rs15,000.
After her protest, K-Electric reportedly reduced the bill to the amount she believed was justified. The viral clip drew widespread support, with many social media users sharing their own frustrations over rising electricity costs.
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Critics accused the power supplier of frequent overcharging and irregular billing. Complaints of excessive bills despite average consumption have become increasingly common across Karachi.
This incident has renewed calls for reforms in the utility sector, particularly in billing transparency and customer service. Activists and residents argue that ordinary citizens should not have to go viral to be heard.
