hydropower Pakistan

The Power Division (PD) said electricity generation has improved across the country due to the increased supply of local gas to power plants. The development has helped stabilise the national grid and reduce pressure during peak demand hours. In an official press release, the division stated that power generation conditions showed noticeable improvement on Tuesday night. Authorities managed to maintain a more balanced supply despite ongoing energy challenges. Hydropower Plays Key Role in Supply Boost Officials confirmed that hydropower generation remained strong during peak hours. Around 6,000 megawatts of electricity was generated from hydropower sources during the night. Pakistan’s total installed hydropower capacity stands at 11,500 megawatts. The spokesperson said that hydropower output, combined with local gas availability, significantly increased overall electricity generation. This combination helped improve system reliability and reduce stress on the grid. Improved Transmission from Southern Region The Power Division highlighted improved transmission from the southern region of the country. Stability in the grid allowed authorities to supply additional electricity to central areas. According to the spokesperson, around 500 megawatts of electricity was transmitted from the southern part of Pakistan. This improved flow helped authorities add an extra 100 megawatts to the central system. Officials said the enhanced coordination between regions played a critical role in managing supply and demand during peak hours. Load Management Reduced Due to Lower Demand Electricity distribution companies carried out limited load management during peak hours. The outages ranged from 25 minutes to one hour in different areas. However, officials confirmed that no load management took place after 8pm. Weather conditions led to a drop in electricity demand, allowing uninterrupted supply during late hours. The division clarified that economic load management continues on high-loss feeders. Officials stressed that this policy remains separate from peak-hour load management. LNG Shortage Continues to Affect Power Generation Despite improvements, the Power Division acknowledged ongoing challenges due to the shortage of liquefied natural gas. Around 5,000 megawatts of generation capacity remains idle because LNG is not available. Global market conditions have limited LNG supply, affecting several power plants that depend on imported fuel. This shortfall continues to impact overall generation capacity. Officials said that restoring LNG supply will play a crucial role in eliminating electricity shortages. Government Expects Further Improvement The Power Division expressed optimism about future improvements. It stated that increased water releases for hydropower generation will further boost electricity supply. Authorities also expect better LNG availability in the coming weeks. This combination could eliminate nighttime power shortages entirely. The division said it is closely monitoring the situation. It aims to ensure consistent electricity supply across the country while managing demand effectively. Officials added that ongoing efforts focus on improving grid stability and reducing reliance on expensive fuel sources. These measures aim to provide long-term relief to consumers facing energy challenges.