KE ‘rationalises’ load-shedding timings

In light of the ongoing power supply constraints, K-Electric today announced a rationalised load-shedding schedule for its customers, said a statement issued by the power utility on Friday.

The updated schedule of the new load-shedding regime has been made available on KE's website.

Consumers can use their account numbers to find their individual schedule.

The shortfall in KE territory has increased from an average of 250MW- 350MW to almost 450MW- 500MW due to rising temperatures and curtailed fuel supply. Moreover, the shortfall persists round the clock making the nighttime loadshedding unavoidable.

KE is also facing a power supply constraint due to reduced gas supplies from Sui Southern Gas Company (SSGC), which is down to approximately 90 million cubic feet per day (MMCFD) versus the 200MMCFD supplied last year.

Consequently, two plants in KE system, one at SITE and one at Korangi, with a combined generation of 200MW, remain non-operational.

The release of KE dues from the government against tariff claims will enable KE to pay fuel suppliers in full and negotiate for more gas.

Per KE Spokesperson, “revision in timing is in line with discussion with stakeholders including the Ministry of Energy Sindh.”