PESCO Announces Power Shutdown Schedule

PESCO power shutdown schedule. The Peshawar Electric Supply Company (PESCO) has declared that some parts of Peshawar and Mardan would experience planned power outages for maintenance. On December 30 and 31, from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, power will be cut off from the Peshawar Grid Station, impacting feeders in Sheikhan, Shahab Khel, Sirband, AWT, Mashogagar, Badbair, and Balarzai. Dabgari feeders will be affected by the Peshawar Fort Grid Station power outage on December 29 and 31 from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM. On December 30, there will be outages at the Mardan and Dargai Grid Stations, impacting several feeders, including Shah Dand, Zando, and other industrial areas.

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PESCO Announces Power Shutdown Schedule

30th December Power Shutdown (8:30 AM to 4:30 PM)

The power shutdown is due to maintenance work, and consumers in the listed areas will experience power interruptions during the scheduled time.

Peshawar Grid Station:  

  •  Sheikhan 
  •  Shahab Khel 
  •  Sirband
  •  AWT
  •  Mashogagar feeders

Mardan Grid Station:  

  • Shah Dand 
  • Zando
  • Col Jawad Khan Shaheed
  • Tawas feeders

Dargai Grid Station

Mian Khan, Palai Express, Qasimi Express, Dargai New, Industrial 1, Skhakot 1, Kot, Agra, New Mian Khan, Plai, Hero Shah, Taj Wood Industries, Sher Steel Mill, Wazir Abad, Ali Steel, Malakandher Mill, New Kot, Kot Express, Taj Steel Mill 1, Taj Steel 2, Malakand, Pak Primer Steel, Ahtisham Steel, Khalij Steel, Diamond Casting Factory SIDB.

31st December Power Shutdown (8:30 AM to 4:30 PM)

The power shutdown is due to maintenance work, and consumers in the listed areas will experience power interruptions during the scheduled time.

  • Peshawar
  • Affected Feeders
  • Badbair Feeder
  • Balarzai Feeder

Reasons for Loadshedding

Pesco power shutdown schedule. Load-shedding may result from several causes, such as maintenance tasks, equipment failures, and energy shortages. Planned grid maintenance or upgrades, as well as unforeseen problems like overloading or transformer failures, may require brief power interruptions. Transmission lines may sustain damage from weather-related events like storms or floods, and load shedding may be necessary if seasonal demand spikes surpass the available power supply. Deficient power generation or breaks in the fuel supply for nuclear energy stations can also cause arranged blackouts to adjust the network. Unplanned outages may be brought on by technical difficulties, weather-related damage, or events that require immediate attention. Resource constraints, such as a shortage of fuel for power plants or water for hydropower, can also affect energy output. 

Effect on consumers

Loadshedding has significant effects on consumers in Pakistan. Frequent power outages disrupt daily routines, leading to inconvenience.

Healthcare Facilities:

Power outages can cause disruptions in healthcare institutions, which could affect life-saving equipment and postpone patient care, particularly in critical circumstances.

Offices and Businesses:

Power outages, especially for companies that depend on energy, can impair customer service, delay operations, and interrupt manufacturing.

Educational Institutions: 

Power outages can affect students’ learning, disrupt timetables and educational activities, and interfere with online courses and assessments.

Healthcare Facilities:

Potential stress on medical facilities that depend on constant electricity for equipment, such as hospitals and clinics. To minimize any disruption, customers are advised to plan, ensure they have backup power sources, and adjust their habits.

Conclusion:

PESCO power shutdown schedule. A plan of blackouts has been set by the Peshawar Electric Stock Organization (PESCO) to perform upkeep in a few Peshawar and Mardan areas. A few feeders will be influenced by the planned blackouts, which are booked for December 29-31. To reduce interruptions, customers are encouraged to plan and make the required arrangements.

FAQ’s:

1. Why does PESCO plan power outages?

To perform repairs, maintenance, and upgrades on the power grid infrastructure, PESCO plans power outages. To guarantee a future power supply that is more dependable and effective, these shutdowns are necessary.

2. Will there be an earlier-than-expected restoration of power?

While Pesco makes every effort to meet the deadline, early restoration may be feasible based on how well maintenance is going.

3. Are power shutdowns always planned?

Yes, PESCO generally announces planned power shutdowns well in advance to allow consumers to prepare. However unplanned outages due to emergencies or unexpected faults may occur with little notice.

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