Pakistan’s loadshedding update shows improvement as the Power Division of Pakistan confirmed better electricity supply across the country since April 17.
Officials said higher water releases from dams helped generate up to 5,000 megawatts during peak hours. An additional 400 megawatts from the southern region also supported the national grid.
The spokesperson stated that no load management was carried out during peak night hours on April 17, 18, and 19. On April 20, most areas faced only one hour of loadshedding at night.
However, some regions experienced slightly longer outages. Areas under the Gujranwala Electric Power Company and the Sukkur Electric Supply Company reported up to two hours of loadshedding during peak times.
Despite this improvement, challenges remain. Power plants with a total capacity of 5,500 megawatts are still offline due to a shortage of liquefied natural gas. Officials said electricity generation will increase once LNG supplies resume.
Authorities also clarified that loadshedding will continue in areas with high electricity theft and system losses. These measures are part of policy and not linked to overall power demand.
The latest Pakistan loadshedding update indicates a gradual recovery in the power sector. Improved generation and better system management have reduced outages in many areas.
Energy experts believe consistent fuel supply and better distribution control can further stabilize electricity across the country. For now, consumers can expect shorter and more manageable power cuts.
