PESCO Announces Loadshedding Schedule for Peshawar in November 2024
Peshawar Electric Supply Company (PESCO) has recently announced a detailed loadshedding schedule for various areas in Peshawar. This schedule is part of a necessary maintenance work across multiple grid stations in the city. The outages will affect several localities, with power supply interruptions occurring at different times of the day. Here is a comprehensive overview of the affected areas and the timings of the load shedding in Peshawar for the upcoming month.
Scheduled Power Outages
Rehman Baba Grid Station
PESCO has announced scheduled power cuts from the Rehman Baba Grid Station on specific dates: 16th, 19th, 21st, 23rd, 26th, 28th, and 30th of November. The power supply will be disrupted from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Areas affected by this outage include:
- Kachori
- Sharif Abad
- Khan Mast Colony
- New Hazar Khwani
- Shalozai Bala
- Phandu Baba
- Urmar 2
- Yakatoot
- New Chamkani
- Phandoo Road 2
- Ring Road
- Chairman Daftar
- Beri Bagh
- Rashid Ghari
- Akhoona Abad
- Ring Road 2
- SIDB Feeders
This maintenance will cause inconvenience for the consumers in the aforementioned areas.
Kohat Road Grid Station
Similarly, Kohat Road Grid Station will experience outages on the same dates: 16th, 19th, 21st, 23rd, 26th, 28th, and 30th November. The power will be suspended from 7:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Affected areas include:
- PAF Express
- Kohat Road
- Wazir Bagh
- Old Deh Bhadar
- Old Kohat Road
- Dora Road
- New Deh Bahadar
- Scheme Chowk Feeders
Peshawar City Grid Station
The Peshawar City Grid Station will have scheduled outages on the same dates (16th, 19th, 21st, 23rd, 26th, 28th, and 30th November) from 7:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Consumers in the following areas will be affected:
- Sikandar Pura
- Lala
- Hashtnagri
- Chughal Pura
- Chamkani
- Jhagra
- Radio Pak
- Sethi Town
- Gulbahar
- Hussain Abad
- Zaryab
- Phandoo Road
- City Home
- Bana Mari
- Urmar
- Islamabad
- Faqir Abad
- Sheikh Abad
- Molvi G
- Nishterabad
- NHA Feeders
Sheikh Muhammadi Grid Station
The Sheikh Muhammadi Grid Station will experience outages on the same dates from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM. The following areas will be affected:
- Badbair
- Masho Gagar
- Balazai
- Sirband
- Sheikhan
- Shahab Khel
- AWT Feeders
PAF Base Grid Station
Outages at the PAF Base Grid Station will occur on the 16th, 19th, 21st, 23rd, 26th, 28th, and 30th of November, from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Areas affected by this outage include:
- Old Badbair
- Saphan
- PAF
- Livestock
- Hassain Khel Feeders
Dalazak Grid Station
PESCO will also carry out maintenance at the Dalazak Grid Station on the same dates, with power outages occurring from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM. The consumers in the following areas will face interruptions:
- Mian Gujar
- Gulbela
- Pakha Ghulam
- Wadpagga 1 & 2
- Gulabad
- Lucky Star
- Doran Pur
- BRT
- Guluzai
- Muhammad Zai
- Jannah College
- New Sir Band Pura Feeders
Warsak Grid Station
Finally, the Warsak Grid Station will undergo maintenance on 16th, 19th, 21st, 23rd, 26th, 28th, and 30th November from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM. The areas that will face disruptions include:
- Shaheen Foundation
- Ghari Shaheed
- Panam Dheri
- Kachori 1 & 2 Feeders
Impact of Loadshedding
The maintenance work is essential to ensure that the Peshawar Electric Supply Company can continue to provide reliable electricity to its consumers. However, it is important for residents in the affected areas to plan ahead for these scheduled power outages to minimize any inconvenience. Consumers should take note of the timings and be prepared for the temporary power loss during these periods.
Safety Measures to Follow During Outages
While PESCO is working to improve the electrical infrastructure, consumers are advised to take some precautions during power outages:
- Unplug sensitive electronics to prevent damage due to sudden power surges when electricity is restored.
- Use backup generators if available, and ensure they are functioning safely.
- Ensure children and elderly are safe during the outages, especially during the heat or cold.
- Check alternate light sources like rechargeable lamps or candles to maintain visibility during the outage.
- Follow any emergency alerts provided by PESCO regarding sudden changes in the load shedding schedule.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Why is PESCO carrying out load shedding in Peshawar?
PESCO is conducting scheduled maintenance work at various grid stations to improve the electrical infrastructure, which is necessary to ensure the continued supply of electricity to the city.
2. When will the scheduled power cuts happen in Peshawar?
The power cuts are scheduled for the 16th, 19th, 21st, 23rd, 26th, 28th, and 30th of November from 7:00 AM to 2:00 PM at different grid stations in Peshawar.
3. Which areas will be affected by the load shedding?
Areas such as Kachori, Sharif Abad, Kohat Road, Wazir Bagh, Sikandar Pura, and others will experience outages. A full list of affected areas is mentioned above.
4. How long will the power be out in my area?
The power will be out for a period of 5 to 7 hours depending on the grid station. The exact times are from 7:00 AM to 2:00 PM or 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM.
5. What should I do to prepare for the scheduled power outage?
You can prepare by unplugging electronics, checking alternate light sources, and ensuring children and elderly are safe during the outage.
Conclusion
The Peshawar Electric Supply Company (PESCO) has announced a detailed load shedding schedule for various grid stations in Peshawar throughout the month of November. While these outages are essential for maintenance, consumers should stay informed and take the necessary precautions to minimize inconvenience.
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