Pakistan’s power system delivered record-breaking performance as it achieved the highest-ever electricity generation level in the country’s history. The Power Division reported a peak generation of 16,584 megawatts and an average output of 12,239 megawatts, demonstrating strong operational management despite challenging weather conditions.
Total electricity production reached 9,106 gigawatt-hours, surpassing official projections by around 14 percent and marking a 13 percent increase compared to the same period last year. The system faced significant constraints, including major forced outages at K-3 and Haveli Bahadur Shah power plants, partial disruptions at Sahiwal Coal Power Plant, and hydel limitations due to canal closures.
Despite reduced baseload capacity and transmission disruptions caused by dense fog, the national grid was operated strictly under merit-order principles. Thermal and hydel resources were efficiently managed, and no furnace oil-based generation was used during peak hours. Officials said proactive operational measures ensured grid stability and prevented widespread load management across the country.
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