Electricity demand in the Lahore Electric Supply Company (LESCO) area currently reaches approximately 2,350 megawatts, while the supply from the national grid stands at around 2,250 megawatts. This creates a deficit of nearly 100 megawatts, placing significant strain on the distribution network, especially during peak consumption periods.
In a notable development, LESCO asserts that unplanned power outages across Lahore have been largely curtailed. The company credits enhanced load distribution strategies and better management for the reduction in unscheduled load shedding throughout its service region.
Meanwhile, residents in various parts of Lahore report ongoing electricity interruptions. Several neighborhoods, including Awan Town, Ichhra, Iqbal Town, and Gulshan-e-Ravi, have experienced power cuts lasting two to three hours intermittently. Similar issues have been noted in Harbanspura, Mughalpura, and Dharampura, where electricity supply remains irregular throughout the day.
Consumers affected by these disruptions express growing frustration, highlighting the adverse impact on daily life, commercial activities, and household functions, particularly amid high temperatures that drive up electricity demand.
Energy officials have yet to provide a comprehensive explanation for the persistent localized outages despite claims of reduced unannounced load shedding. It remains uncertain whether the shortfall is being addressed through scheduled outages or selective adjustments in feeder distribution.
This ongoing situation underscores the challenges in balancing electricity demand and supply in Lahore. Authorities continue to emphasize improvements in grid efficiency and management, but residents call for more reliable power delivery and greater transparency regarding load shedding schedules to minimize inconvenience and uncertainty.
