Pakistan: Zero outages claim crumbles as citizens face hours of power cuts in Lahore

Jan 16, 2026

Lesco had stated that it was supplying uninterrupted electricity to all areas except those connected to feeders with significant line losses.

Pakistan's governance failure sparks digital breakdown across Lahore

Oct 22, 2025

Internet and TV cable operators in Lahore have lashed out at the Lahore Electric Supply Company (Lesco) for what they call an illegal and...

Pakistan: Floods force suspension of train operations on five sections in Punjab

Sep 06, 2025

Floods and heavy rains in Punjab have suspended train services on five sections and damaged power infrastructure, Dawn reported. Pakistan Railways is repairing breached...

Public anger grows in Lahore over rising electricity bills and frequent outages

May 03, 2026

Residents in Lahore are facing intensifying electricity outages and rising bills as LESCO struggles with a supply shortfall and high line losses. Despite demand...