Winter gas load shedding schedule is now announced for Pakistan by Sui Northern Gas Pipelines Limited (SNGPL). As winter approaches, gas demand rises sharply. To manage the limited supply, SNGPL has issued a fixed timetable that limits gas supply hours to domestic users.
Every household in major cities under the SNGPL network must follow new timings for gas usage. These timings are meant to reduce pressure drops, avoid sudden outages, and share available gas more fairly during cold months.
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New Timing Winter Gas Load Shedding
| Time Slot | Allowed Hours | Purpose |
| Morning | 5:30 AM – 8:30 AM | Cooking / Heating when people wake up |
| Afternoon | 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM | Mid-day use like cooking / water heating |
| Evening | 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM | Evening meals / heating after sunset |
Why This Winter Gas Load Shedding Schedule Is Important
- Pakistan faces high demand for natural gas during winter. People use gas for heating, cooking, and hot water geysers.
- Without set hours, gas pressure may fall in pipelines, and many areas could suffer outages.
- The schedule ensures fair distribution among urban and rural households and avoids over-use by any one area.
- It also helps industries and essential services that rely on gas indirectly by keeping the pressure stable.
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Areas Affected & Possible Changes
| Region / City | Notes |
| Lahore | Included |
| Islamabad / Rawalpindi | Included |
| Faisalabad | Included |
| Peshawar | Included |
| Other districts in Punjab & Khyber Pakhtunkhwa | Included |
Important to note: this plan is temporary. SNGPL may change the schedule depending on weather conditions, gas reserves, or supply disruptions.
They have warned users that if temperature drops suddenly or supply improves, hours may be extended or altered.
What Households Should Do
To manage smoothly during gas-off hours, consumers are advised to:
- Plan cooking times within the allowed hours.
- Avoid keeping geysers running unnecessarily.
- Insulate water pipes, reduce unnecessary gas use.
- Use alternative heating or cooking methods (electric appliances where possible).
- Report gas theft or illegal connections, as these worsen pressure drops for everyone.
Also, stay updated via SNGPL announcements or local media in case schedule changes.
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Conclusion
SNGPL’s Winter Gas Load-Shedding Schedule 2025 is a practical step to cope with limited gas supply during cold months. While it restricts hours of use, its aim is to ensure that all households in the network get fair access and avoid complete blackouts. Residents must adjust their daily routines, use gas responsibly, and stay alert for any changes.
With teamwork between consumers and the gas company, this schedule can help Pakistan manage its winter gas shortage more smoothly and safely.
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