Punjab, including Lahore, is experiencing a gas shortage due to dropping temperatures, leading to increased demand and reduced supply. The demand for gas is 2100 million cubic feet, while the supply is only 1200 million cubic feet. Sui Northern Gas Company has introduced additional fixed charges on consumers’ bills.
LAHORE: Most Punjab areas including Lahore are facing gas shortage after a drop in mercury, ARY News reported, quoting Sui Northern Gas Company sources.
Sources within Sui Northern Gas Company (SNGC), residents in the majority of Punjab areas including Lahore are facing gas shortage at the three fixed times (breakfast, lunch and dinner) due to an increased gap in demand and supply after an increase in coldness.
The demand for gas is 2100 million cubic feet, while the supply is about 1200 million cubit feet.
Read more: SNGC slaps additional fixed charges on consumers
Earlier this week, Sui Northern Gas Company (SNGC) added fix charges to the November bills of the consumers after approval from the caretaker government.
According to officials, protected consumers using 0.9 hectometer gas will pay Rs400 as fixed monthly charges, while non-protected users consuming up to 1.5 hecta meters will be charged an additional Rs1,000 in their bills.
Officials say consumers whose usage of gas is ZERO will also pay Rs400/monthly fixed charges.
The recent gas shortage in Punjab has posed significant challenges for both residential and industrial consumers. This crisis has underscored the pressing need for sustainable solutions to ensure the seamless availability of this crucial resource. As the authorities work to address this issue, it is imperative for all stakeholders to come together and collaboratively explore viable options. From embracing alternative energy sources to enhancing conservation measures, collective efforts can play a pivotal role in mitigating the impact of the gas shortage. By fostering a culture of energy consciousness and pursuing innovative strategies, we can pave the way for a more resilient and sustainable energy landscape in Punjab. It is crucial for policymakers, industry leaders, and the public at large to rally around this cause and drive tangible change that will benefit the entire community.
Source: ARY NEWS
Punjab, gas shortage, Sui Northern Gas Company, Lahore, demand, supply, coldness, fix charges, consumers, additional charges, November bills, caretaker government, protected consumers, non-protected users, zero usage, Rs400, Rs1000, Rs400 monthly fixed charges. Punjab, including Lahore, faces gas shortage due to increased demand and supply gap caused by cold weather. Sui Northern Gas Company adds fixed charges to consumers’ November bills approved by the caretaker government. Protected and non-protected users face additional charges, including those with zero gas usage. This situation arises as the demand for gas is 2100 million cubic feet, while the supply is about 1200 million cubic feet.
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