Karachi, October 12, 2026: K-Electric has announced scheduled electricity shutdowns across Karachi on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, as part of its routine maintenance programme. A total of 50 feeders will be affected, with residents and businesses expected to face temporary power interruptions.
According to the utility’s maintenance schedule, electricity outages will begin at different times depending on the feeder. Some areas could experience disruptions lasting several hours, while a few feeders have maintenance windows extending until 11pm.
K-Electric Announces Maintenance Shutdown on 50 Feeders
The planned shutdowns are intended to support maintenance and upgrades to Karachi’s electricity distribution network.
K-Electric operates 2,129 feeders across the city, of which 50 are included in the October 13 maintenance schedule.
The company said the work is aimed at improving electricity reliability, reducing technical problems and strengthening the distribution system.
These scheduled interruptions are separate from unexpected power failures caused by technical faults or feeder tripping.
Karachi Areas Facing Power Outages on October 13
Several residential, commercial and industrial areas are expected to be affected.
The following are selected feeders from the published maintenance schedule:
| Feeder name | Shutdown starts | Scheduled restoration |
|---|---|---|
| Abbasi Market | 10:30 AM | 6:00 PM |
| Bagh-e-Malir | 10:30 AM | 6:00 PM |
| Bath Island | 9:00 AM | 6:00 PM |
| Defence-12 | 8:00 AM | 6:00 PM |
| Drigh Road A | 7:00 AM | 6:00 PM |
| Gulshan-e-Shiraz | 8:00 AM | 6:00 PM |
| Hadi Market | 9:00 AM | 6:00 PM |
| Karachi Admin II | 8:00 AM | 6:00 PM |
| KDA Water Pump | 9:00 AM | 6:00 PM |
| Muzaffarabad Colony | 9:00 AM | 6:00 PM |
| Shoukat Umer Hospital | 7:00 AM | 6:00 PM |
| Usman Hospital | 9:00 AM | 6:00 PM |
| Amsons | 9:00 AM | 11:00 PM |
| Star Textile | 9:00 AM | 11:00 PM |
These are scheduled maintenance windows, not guaranteed durations of continuous electricity loss. The full 50-feeder schedule is available in the original report.
Why Is K-Electric Suspending Electricity?
According to K-Electric, the shutdowns are necessary to carry out routine inspections, repairs and maintenance of electricity distribution equipment.
The utility says preventive maintenance helps reduce equipment failures and improve the stability of electricity supplies.
Power is expected to be restored after the necessary work is completed, although the timing may vary depending on operational conditions.
How to Check Your Area’s Power Outage Schedule
Consumers can identify their feeder through their K-Electric electricity bill or the company’s digital services.
Residents can check their feeder name and maintenance information using the K-Electric mobile application or website.
For assistance or complaints, consumers can contact K-Electric’s helpline at 118.
Residents Advised to Prepare for Electricity Shutdowns
Households and businesses connected to the affected feeders should make arrangements before the scheduled maintenance begins.
Residents are advised to charge mobile phones, laptops and backup batteries, while households relying on electric water pumps should ensure sufficient water storage.
Businesses may also need to adjust activities that depend on an uninterrupted electricity supply.
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When Will Electricity Be Restored?
Electricity restoration times differ by feeder. Most listed maintenance windows end at 6pm, while some extend later into the evening.
Consumers should check their specific feeder schedule rather than assuming that the entire city will experience an outage.
K-Electric has indicated that electricity will be restored once the scheduled maintenance work is completed.
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