Power Instability in Quetta Sparks Public Outcry as Frequent Outages Damage Appliances and Disrupt Life

Quetta, 29 April: Residents across Quetta have raised serious concerns over persistent electricity load-shedding and repeated system tripping, which continue to disrupt daily routines and cause substantial damage to household electrical appliances, prompting demands for immediate corrective action from authorities.
Citizens from multiple areas of the provincial capital report that unannounced power interruptions, particularly during an ongoing period of severe heat, have made living conditions increasingly unbearable. They further stated that frequent voltage fluctuations and sudden tripping incidents have intensified the crisis, affecting both domestic comfort and essential daily activities.
According to affected residents, the unstable electricity supply has resulted in significant losses, with several costly appliances—including air conditioners, voltage stabilizers, refrigerators, ceiling fans, and sewing machines—reportedly burnt or damaged due to inconsistent power flow.
Many citizens expressed frustration over the dual hardship of extreme temperatures and unreliable electricity. They noted that vulnerable groups such as patients, elderly individuals, and children are facing the greatest difficulties under these conditions, with one resident highlighting that the situation has made everyday life extremely distressing.
The problem has also extended into night hours, where repeated outages continue to disturb sleep patterns and add to growing public dissatisfaction. Residents have further criticized the response of the Quetta Electric Supply Company (QESCO), alleging that complaints are not being effectively addressed and that no visible improvement has been made in the power distribution system.
Public representatives and community members have urged the concerned authorities to take immediate notice of the worsening situation, ensure a stable and uninterrupted electricity supply, and safeguard consumers from further financial losses. They also warned that continued neglect of the issue could lead to public demonstrations.
The ongoing crisis reflects the mounting challenges faced by Quetta’s population amid rising temperatures and underscores the urgent need for a dependable and consistent power supply system in the region.