Continuous rain in various parts of the province has significantly affected the power supply across the Peshawar Electric Supply Company (PESCO) region.

According to a PESCO spokesperson, 37 feeders tripped, and 26 feeders are out of service due to faults.

The spokesperson stated that PESCO’s entire workforce is actively working to restore electricity in the affected areas.

“As soon as the rain stops, our teams immediately begin repair work,” he added.

PESCO Chief Akhtar Hameed Khan has instructed all officers to remain in the field to ensure a swift restoration process, emphasizing, “We are making every effort to fully restore power.”

In several areas, electricity has already been supplied through alternative routes. Affected locations in Peshawar include Sethi Town, Tajabad, Dawoodzai, Dilla Zak, Karim Pura, and Pir Bala. In Mardan, the impacted areas include Takh Bhai, Katlang, Rashakai-2, and Doranabad.

Additionally, some feeders in Swat, Bannu, Swabi, and Mansehra have also been affected.

PESCO urges consumers to report emergencies by calling the helpline at 118.

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