{
  "id": 3384664,
  "title": "12th Rabi-ul-Awwal: KE announces loadshedding exemption in certain areas",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/25/12th-rabi-ul-awwal-ke-announces-loadshedding-exemption-in-certain",
  "topic": "business",
  "section": "Business",
  "published": "2026-08-25T23:57:24.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Business Recorder",
    "slug": "business-recorder",
    "url": "https://www.brecorder.com/news/40436531/12th-rabi-ul-awwal-ke-announces-loadshedding-exemption-in-certain-areas"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "K-Electric (KE) has declared certain areas across Karachi to be exempt from loadshedding on the occasion of 12th Rabi-ul-Awwal, allowing for uninterrupted religious activities. Of the 355 feeders in Karachi, 158 are classified as 'Very High Loss', 109 as 'High Loss', and 88 as 'Medium Loss'. These areas would typically face loadshedding, but are now prioritized due to their expected high demand for electricity during religious gatherings. KE's operational teams remain on high alert, backed by additional technical support, to swiftly address any network issues or emergencies. The utility advises the public to be cautious around electricity infrastructure, especially overhead power lines, and to maintain a safe distance from electrical installations. KE's 24/7 helpline, digital platforms, including the KE Live App, WhatsApp service, and official social media channels, remain available for customer assistance throughout this period.",
  "summary": "KARACHI: K-Electric (KE) has announced loadshedding exemption for certain areas across its network territory to facilitate religious activities during 12th Rabi-ul-Awwal. Across Karachi, 355 feeders across the city have been declared for high priority exemptions in areas where religious gatherings are expected to take place. Included among these are feeders categorised as 158 ‘Very High Loss’,…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}