Pakistan’s Power Division has announced a noticeable improvement in electricity supply, offering some relief to consumers facing frequent loadshedding. The update highlights better power generation and fewer outages in recent days.
Improved Electricity Generation
According to Beyond Time News, increased water releases from dams have helped generate up to 5,000 megawatts of electricity during peak hours. In addition, around 400 megawatts from the southern region has supported the national grid, making supply more stable.
Reduced Loadshedding in Recent Days
The spokesperson revealed that no loadshedding was carried out during peak night hours on April 17, 18, and 19, 2026. On April 20, most areas experienced only one hour of power outage at night.
However, some regions, including areas under Gujranwala Electric Power Company (GEPCO) and Sukkur Electric Supply Company (SEPCO), faced slightly longer outages of up to two hours during peak times.
Challenges Still Remain
Despite the improvement, the situation is not fully resolved. Power plants with a total capacity of 5,500 megawatts are currently not operational due to a shortage of liquefied natural gas (LNG). Officials say electricity production from these plants will resume once LNG supplies are restored.
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Loadshedding to Continue in Some Areas
The Power Division clarified that loadshedding will still continue in areas with high electricity theft and system losses. These outages are part of policy measures and are not directly linked to electricity demand.
What This Means for Consumers
Overall, the latest update brings some positive news for electricity users in Pakistan. While many areas are seeing fewer outages, consistent improvement will depend on fuel availability and better system management.
