Power outages, voltage fluctuations, and rising electricity costs have become a daily struggle for Karachi’s residents, with some areas experiencing up to 12 hours of loadshedding, severely disrupting homes, businesses, and essential services like hospitals. This has led to economic losses and hardship. Additionally, frequent voltage fluctuations are causing damage to household appliances and equipment, adding to the financial burden on residents. Despite paying high electricity bills, the service remains unreliable, and many feel they are being overcharged for subpar electricity.
Although the authorities and K-Electric have promised improvements, little has changed and Karachi urgently needs a more efficient and transparent electricity distribution system. Furthermore, exploring alternative energy sources, such as solar and wind, could alleviate the pressure on the grid and provide a more stable power supply. It’s time the concerned authorities take immediate and concrete steps to address the Karachi electricity crisis. The citizens deserve a reliable and affordable power supply without the constant fear of outages and inflated bills.
Maha Adnan
Karachi
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