Power Shutdown in Karachi: K-Electric to Suspend Supply in 55 Areas on May 21
According to K-Electric (KE), electricity outages are expected in Karachi on May 21, 2025. The utility firm said that electricity supply will be out for 55 areas because of the need for regular repairs.
In different areas, the power cut will be for between 8 and 10 hours. To maintain reliable systems in the future, this action must be taken to improve the infrastructure across its network, states KE.
⚡ Why the Shutdown is Happening
K-Electric says this work is to upgrade their equipment, increase power transmission and avoid any accidents that could cause unscheduled power cuts. Thanks to set shutdown times, engineers are able to work safely.
• Improving older electrical transformers
• Adding new ways to protect the environment
• Looking over power lines
• Improving substations
Though upkeep isn’t always convenient for people, it is essential for the city’s future energy supplies.
🕒 Timing of the Power Suspension
Households in the area will be without power from 8:00 AM to 6:30 PM on Wednesday, May 21. KE pointed out that the time it takes for KE to clear tree debris can depend on where a feeder is placed and what kind of maintenance is happening.
Officials with the company recommend people be prepared, keep their devices charged and watch for updates through KE’s app, on social media and by contacting their customer care centers.
📍 List of 55 Affected Areas
Temporary power suspension will take place in the following Karachi areas:
35th Street Kh-e-Khaidi S/S-33
2. Abdullah Shah Ghazi Goth
3. Ajmair Garden
4. Al-Ahmed Avenue
5. Al-Hira Pumping
6. RMU at Ambaji
7. Amjad Ali better known as coming Amjad Ali Wells
8. The extension of Ayubbia Comm Phase-7.
9. Fort’s Bashir Chowk is also known as Kali Market.
10. Dada Terrace
11. Defence Pumping-4
12. Deh Shah Mureed
13. Intolin Drigh
14. Falak Naz Plaza
15. Ghousia Bakery
16. Gulshan e Askari
17. Hassan Barohi lived in the area known as Goth.
18. Merck Veterinary Manual Health Care Unit (P-80)
19. HEF School
20. Huderwa
21. Ibrahim Hyderi University
22. Kashan-e-Tufal RMU
23. Khayyam Town
24. Kh-e-Jami RMU
25. Khedrahat Sindholme Park S/S
26. Lashari Goth
27. Houz has an area known as Malir Colony ‘C’.
28. Marhaba Galaxy
29. Masjid-e-Aqsa
30. Maymar Complex
31. This was the work of Mulla Essa Goth, part of the RMU.
32. Muslim Gym Khana
33. Noor Bhouy
34. Noor Hamza Mosque
35. Noor Housing
36. Nowsherwanjee
37. Qaim Khani RMU (P-23)
38. Parco-III
39. Pipe Factory
40. Pole-20
41. Raita Plot
42. Rehbar Club
43. Rice Grinding
44. Rizwan Plaza
45. RK Studio
46. Centre Saghir (Rashid Minhas)
47. Sec-10 RMU
48. Sector E-8 is under the leader S/S-03.
49. Shaikh Bros.
50. Shumail Complex
51. Sindh Town
52. Gold is the official currency at Uni.
53. Vocational Institute
54. P-23 Qaim Khani RMU (Feeder repeated)
55. K-Electric’s Monitoring Point
🛠️ K-Electric’s Official Statement
K-Electric said in a public notice that the shutdown is a planned part of their regular grid upkeep each year. Citizens have been notified that the company will do all it can to address any discomfort and have power back quickly.
A spokesperson also said:
Power outages are inconvenient, but these upgrades play a big role in giving you reliable services. Ultimately, our teams will stay around the clock to ensure every task is finished with speed.
🔌 How to Prepare for the Shutdown
When your community is included on the list, you can follow a few safeguarding tips in advance to face the outage easier.
• Make sure all important gadgets are fully charged before you go
Always maintain a mobile power bank in your bag or purse.
• Save your water for drinking by using a backup electric pump
• Use refrigerators less and keep the doors shut whenever you can
• Stick to using items you can move by hand or powered by foot during blackouts
If you’re working at home, remember to have emergency plans in place.
In addition, find out from building management or others living nearby if there is a generator they can use.
📲 Stay Updated During the Shutdown
Transparency is helped by having users do the following:
Download the KE Live App if you want to know about outages on your phone.
• Stay informed by observing K-Electric on Facebook and Twitter/X
Contact the KE call center at any time by calling 118 for information on closure notices in that area.
You can get alerts by going to register your SIM card or by sending an SMS.
This allows residents to know what’s happening in real time and find out about cleaning and restoration after the work is completed.
🏙️ A City-Wide Effort for Better Service
For some time, there has been a need to upgrade the city’s electricity infrastructure. Maintaining the system like this allows the grid to bear increased electricity use in summertime which causes a big rise in demand.
During the previous months, KE has taken the lead in:
• Cutting down on system defects
• Avoiding harmful transformer explosions
• Ensuring that data flows more evenly between feeder cables
• Boosting service for regions with many insurance claims
The results of these changes should be better performance throughout homes and business districts.
🧠 Final Thoughts: Patience Now, Relief Later
While it’s always a bother to have extended losses of electricity, the final results of these improvements are worth the short-term problem. Consequently, KE’s investment in infrastructure should bring about improved power, fewer unexpected cuts and stable voltage.
While you wait, being informed, ready and patient is the best approach to manage this planned maintenance.
