According to national energy reports, Pakistan continues to face a power shortfall of 3,000 to 5,000 megawatts during peak summer months, which results in prolonged outages, particularly in smaller cities and remote areas of Balochistan. Turbat is no exception in the context.
Constant power outages in Turbat have made daily life extremely difficult, especially during intense summer heat when temperatures often exceed 40°C. Children, the elderly and patients suffer the most. Students preparing for exams struggle to study at night due to the lack of electricity, while many individuals who work online or from home face the risk of losing their livelihoods because they cannot keep their computers and internet devices running.
Furthermore, these power cuts often occur without any prior notice or fixed schedule, making it impossible for residents to plan their daily activities. Small businesses and shopkeepers in the area are also facing significant financial losses, as uninterrupted electricity supply is essential for lighting, refrigeration and basic operations. Studies show that frequent power outages can reduce small business income by 20–30 per cent, directly affecting local economies.
While we understand that the country is facing an overall energy shortage, we humbly request the relevant quarters to at least cut down on the load-shedding hours and provide a clear load-shedding schedule so that people can prepare accordingly. We also urge the authorities to investigate possible technical faults in local grids that may be causing excessive and unnecessary outages in our area.
A more stable and reliable power supply is no longer a luxury but a basic necessity.
Meera Ayaz
Turbat
