ISLAMABAD: Ministry of Energy has pointed out that gas supply to power plants has been increased to 750mmcfd that will reduce power outages.
In a statement issued today (July 7), spokesperson of the Ministry of Energy said that earlier power plants were getting 685mmcfd gas daily that has now been increased significantly. He said that Minister for Energy, Muhammad Hammad Azhar has already issued directions to SNGPL to provide them maximum gas supplies in order to ensure seamless power supply during summer months.
The Spokesperson said that on the restoration of gas supplies to the Power Plant after dry-docking, the electricity situation in the country has improved and there was no forced load management since 5:00 pm Friday (July 2, 2021).
He said that although there is no substantial improvement in the hydel electricity generation, the demand is being met through well-planned generation through alternative fuels in the country.
The Spokesperson said that the inflow and outflows of water at National Reservoirs and other factors relating to electricity generation are being constantly monitored. Alternative plans for electricity generation through other fuels and fuel supply chains are also ready.
