Power crisis fears rise as Pakistan braces for summer shortfall

Pakistan is preparing for a difficult summer as tighter fuel supplies threaten electricity generation and raise the risk of higher tariffs and renewed load-shedding. The report says officials are considering a mix of conservation measures, selective blackouts and more expensive fuel use to manage peak demand.

A key concern is the expected drop in liquefied natural gas imports from next month, alongside pressure on coal supplies. Authorities are reportedly turning to furnace oil as a backup despite its significantly higher generation cost, a shift that could push fuel cost adjustments higher and put added pressure on consumers and industry.

The article says summer demand could climb sharply from current levels, even though rooftop solar has eased daytime pressure on the grid. It also highlights concerns over coal transport disruptions affecting major power plants, warning that shortages in fuel delivery could further reduce generation and worsen outages during the hottest months.