Gilgit, February 25, 2025 – The city of Gilgit is grappling with an unprecedented power crisis as load-shedding has exceeded 20 hours a day. The Water and Power Department has issued a new load management program, revealing that residents will receive only 1.5 hours of electricity during the day and 2 hours at night.
According to the newly released schedule, over a three-day cycle, residents will receive a total of 4.25 hours of electricity in the first two days and 3.5 hours on the third day. The department also warned that the schedule could be further affected by technical faults or overloading, which may add an additional 20 minutes to the power outages.
The extended load-shedding has left the city in distress, with businesses, students, and daily life severely impacted. Markets have become deserted, and small-scale industries have shut down, leading to a rise in unemployment. Students are struggling to complete their homework, let alone focus on their studies, while shopkeepers face skyrocketing expenses due to reliance on generators to keep their businesses running.
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The power crisis has exacerbated the challenges faced by residents already burdened by inflation and economic instability. Government promises of improved infrastructure and reliable electricity have proven hollow, leaving the public frustrated and disillusioned.
As the city plunges into darkness for most of the day, residents are calling for immediate action from the authorities to address the crisis. The prolonged power outages have not only disrupted daily life but also threatened the livelihoods of thousands, pushing the community to the brink of despair.
Stay tuned for updates on this developing situation.
