Tue, 21-Oct-2025

Pakistan faces increase in electricity shortage to 5,500 MW

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ISLAMABAD: A prolonged power outage has crippled Pakistan as the electricity shortfall reached 5,500 megawatts, according to reports on Sunday, citing sources. Major cities are experiencing up to six hours of load shedding, while rural areas face up to eight hours. In regions with high line losses, load shedding extends to 12 to 14 hours. … Read more