The government has taken steps to address the ongoing electricity shortage by reallocating natural gas from the compressed natural gas (CNG) sector to the power generation sector. Read More: Peshawar CNG shutdown aims to ensure household gas supply According to officials, 48 million cubic feet per day (MMCFD) of gas previously supplied to the CNG sector has been suspended. […]
Pakistan energy crisis
Petrol prices rise due to Middle East war, says Sanaullah
Prime Minister’s Adviser Rana Sanaullah said on Friday that petrol and diesel price hikes result from the Middle East war. He added that the Pakistani government “has nothing to do with it,” affecting motorists, farmers, and transporters nationwide. Sanaullah stressed that global oil shocks forced the unprecedented 43% and 55% increases in petrol and high-speed […]
PM Shehbaz reviews rising regional tensions
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif chaired a high-level meeting on Middle East tensions and energy shortages. The review followed the U.S. attack on Iran, raising regional security and economic concerns. The developments directly affect Pakistan’s energy stability and diplomatic positioning. The meeting took place at the Prime Minister’s House in Islamabad, where officials assessed the […]
Peshawar CNG shutdown aims to ensure household gas supply
Authorities in Peshawar have announced a three-day closure of all CNG stations across the district, aiming to ensure uninterrupted gas supply for domestic consumers during a period of increased demand. The decision reflects growing pressure on energy resources, especially as household consumption rises ahead of the festive season. According to the official notification, all CNG […]
Pakistan weighs four-day workweek to conserve fuel
The government of Pakistan is exploring a four-day workweek and shorter office hours as part of energy conservation measures amid concerns over potential fuel supply disruptions around the Strait of Hormuz. Officials say these steps aim to manage petrol, diesel, and LNG consumption efficiently. A special committee on petroleum supplies, chaired by Finance Minister Muhammad […]
Pakistan won’t receive LNG from Qatar amid war
Pakistan will not receive liquefied natural gas (LNG) from Qatar until the current war situation ends, Petroleum Division sources said Thursday. QatarGas has informed Pakistan about the temporary halt in LNG supply. Only 2 of 8 scheduled March LNG shipments have arrived so far. Sources said the remaining six cargoes, originally scheduled for March 7, […]
Electricity bills may surge as fuel costs tighten household budgets
Electricity consumers across Pakistan may soon face higher monthly bills after a fresh increase in petroleum prices raised overall power generation costs. The expected hike has created concern among households already struggling with inflation and rising living expenses. The Central Power Purchasing Agency has formally submitted a request to the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority […]