The Pakistan government has confirmed the new schedule for load-shedding in Lahore. Residents should prepare for daily power cuts. The measure aims to reduce reliance on expensive fuel.
Peak Load Shedding Hours Disruption in Lahore!
The worst outages will hit during evening and night hours Officials announced that load-shedding will last 2 hours and 15 minutes daily. This will occur between 5:00 PM and 1:00 AM. These are peak demand hours for Lahore households.During this time, families use lighting, cooking appliances, and cooling systems. The government warns that the situation will remain challenging.
Why Is Lahore Facing Intense Load-Shedding?
The primary goal is to prevent a spike in electricity prices. According to an official statement, Pakistan is trying to reduce dependence on expensive imported fuel. By managing demand, authorities hope to stabilize the national grid. The measure is also designed to avoid passing higher costs to consumers. The government insists that electricity tariffs must not rise.
Prime Minister’s Directives on Tariffs
The Prime Minister of Pakistan is personally monitoring the situation. He has issued clear instructions. Electricity tariffs must not increase despite rising fuel costs. His office stated that the situation is being reviewed continuously. Any alternative to load-shedding would involve higher prices. The government has chosen controlled outages instead of unaffordable bills.
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