The National Assembly has revealed that high line losses and rampant electricity theft are the primary causes of prolonged load shedding in Karachi. Areas with 25-30% losses experience up to 6 hours of load shedding daily, while those with more than 30% losses suffer up to 10 hours.
The government has claimed that the winter energy package has yielded positive results, leading to increased electricity consumption. However, members of the National Assembly, particularly those from Sindh, have expressed concerns about the ongoing power crisis and have criticized K-Electric for its performance.
K-Electric Under Fire
K-Electric, the primary electricity supplier in Karachi, has come under fire for its inability to provide a stable power supply. The company has been accused of failing to address the issue of line losses and theft, leading to prolonged power outages in many areas.
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Unequal Distribution of Power
The data presented shows a stark contrast between areas like Defence, Gulshan, and Bahadurabad, which enjoy almost uninterrupted power supply, and areas like Lyari, Gadap, and Orangi, which face frequent and prolonged outages. This disparity is attributed to high line losses and electricity theft in the latter areas.
The National Assembly has called for a meeting to address the complaints against K-Electric and to find a solution to the ongoing power crisis in Karachi. The government has been urged to take immediate steps to reduce line losses, curb electricity theft, and ensure a fair distribution of power across the city.
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