ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Energy Awais Leghari has directed all electricity distribution companies (Discos), including K-Electric, to ensure an uninterrupted power supply during Sehr and Iftar in Ramadan 2026.
According to standard operating procedures (SOPs) issued by the Power Division on Tuesday, Discos have been instructed to quickly resolve consumer complaints and strictly avoid unannounced load-shedding.
The SOPs also direct chief executive officers of all Discos to set up control rooms to closely monitor electricity supply and operations during the holy month.
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The Power Division said that areas with high electricity losses will continue to face anti-theft actions. However, load management in such areas will be carried out outside Sehr and Iftar timings to ensure smooth power supply during these hours. The move aims to prevent arrears and further financial losses.
Meanwhile, Ramadan is likely to begin on February 19 in Pakistan. The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) said astronomical data shows a strong chance of moon sighting on the evening of February 18 (29th Shaban 1447 AH).
In an advisory to the Ministry of Religious Affairs, the PMD said the new moon of Ramadan 1447 AH will be born on February 17 at 5:01pm (PST), with the possibility of sighting the crescent the next evening.
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Separately, the Ruet-e-Hilal Committee will meet in Peshawar on Wednesday to sight the Ramadan moon. The PMD said there are chances of moon sighting in parts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, including Peshawar.
The weather department has forecast clear skies in the plains of KP, including Peshawar, while upper areas of the province may experience partly cloudy conditions.
