Tag: load shedding
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Over 1,500 booked after crackdown on electricity thieves in Matiari
Hyderabad Electric Supply Company (HESCO) officials have filed 10 cases of electricity theft against over 1,500 individuals during a crackdown on electricity theft in Matiari. The cases have been registered at the Hala, New Saeedabad, and Matiari police stations, naming over 1,500 electricity thieves, Geo news reports. HESCO officials reveal that approximately 60 per cent…
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No load shedding from 10pm to 6am in Sindh, Nasir Shah orders
Energy Minister in Sindh, Nasir Hussain Shah, has told K-Electric, Hyderabad-Electric, and Sukkhur-Electric that load shedding is unacceptable between 10pm and 6am in the province, adding that it will help citizens reduce their burden during crucial hours. He stressed that all power companies need to take initiatives to reduce load shedding. However, the minister said…
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Forced activation of feeders backfires on PTI, Rehman Baba grid station not restored
The Rehman Baba grid station in Peshawar experienced a major technical fault after feeders were forced to remain operational by PTI leaders and their supporters, Geo News reported. According to the Peshawar Electric Supply Company (PESCO), power supply to 32 feeders from the grid station was disconnected after they were forced to continue. The spokesperson…
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Prolonged load shedding continues across country in extreme heat
With record breaking temperatures, hours of load shedding of electricity have caused inconvenience for people in a number of cities across Pakistan. In many areas of Hyderabad, the duration of load shedding has reached up to 12 hours. Spokesperson of HESCO said that load shedding is happening on the basis of line losses. He also…
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Why has load-shedding suddenly increased in Pakistan?
The electricity crisis has become more severe across the country with the start of the new year. Transmission systems were reportedly affected due to a technical fault at Guddu power plant and reduction in hydro power generation. Unannounced power outages in all power distribution companies (DISCOs), including LESCO, has made life difficult for people. The…
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Mardan the model city, free of load-shedding
The crackdown on electricity theft that started more than a month ago has yielded great results. Almost Rs26 billion have been recovered and in the next 12 months, this amount is expected to reach a total of Rs300 billion, officials have stated. In an attempt to incentivise the public for their cooperation, Mardan has been…
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Major maintenance work to cause severe gas supply disruption in Karachi from tomorrow
Discover the imminent gas supply disruption in Karachi caused by essential maintenance at the Kunnar-Pasakhi Deep gas field. Explore the potential consequences for residential, commercial, and industrial areas, along with insights into power plant operations. Stay updated on this critical gas shortage situation.
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Load shedding and unbearable hike in electricity prices hit Pakistani homes and businesses
Pakistan is facing an ongoing and unbearable increase in electricity tariffs, causing hardships for the majority of the population. The government justifies these price hikes by claiming they are under pressure from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to generate more revenue. However, the tariff increase is mainly due to fuel price adjustments and high taxes…
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Rural areas in Pakistan are facing up to 10 hours of load shedding due to massive power shortfall
Amidst a severe heatwave sweeping across the nation, the persistent electricity crisis shows no signs of relenting, with a power shortfall of 6,000 megawatts being recorded. The demand for electricity stands at 28,500 megawatts, while the actual production amounts to 22,500 megawatts.
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SSGC, SNGPL customers face load shedding and low gas pressure
Many households in Pakistan served by the Sui Southern Gas Company (SSGC) and Sui Northern Gas Pipelines (SNGPL) are experiencing low gas pressure or no gas supply in the month of May. SSGC customers are facing seven to eight hours of load shedding, from 10 pm to 5-6 am, while SNGPL residential consumers are encountering…