The drop in revenue is being linked to two factors: an increased transition to solar energy and a decrease in industrial activity.

Sources say many people are switching to solar power, which means they’re buying and consuming less electricity from the grid. With lower usage come smaller bills—and smaller bills mean less tax collected through them.

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At the same time, many factories and industrial units have also slowed down operations, further reducing electricity consumption. According to official figures, total electricity usage is down by 3.6%, while usage in the industrial sector alone has dropped by over 27%.

The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) says it collected a total of Rs. 5.8 trillion in taxes this year. However, concerns have been raised about the drop in bill-related tax revenue.

According to experts, if this trend continues, the government may need to develop new strategies to maintain stable tax income. As more people transition to solar and industrial activity slows down, meeting revenue targets could become increasingly difficult in the coming months.