A significant disruption in gas supply has left multiple areas without service following damage to a key pipeline in Balochistan. The incident occurred on the Akhtarabad Western Bypass, affecting numerous regions and creating hardships for residents.
Pipeline Damage at Akhtarabad Western Bypass
According to reports, an 18-inch-diameter gas pipeline operated by Sui Southern Gas Company (SSGC) was damaged. While the exact cause of the damage remains uncertain, initial assessments suggest it could be due to either an accident or sabotage.
A spokesperson for SSGC stated that technical teams have been dispatched to the Akhtarabad Western Bypass to evaluate and repair the damage. The disruption has impacted various regions in Balochistan, including:
- Kuchlak
- Ziarat
- Bostan
- Yaru
- Karbala
- Harmizai
- Pishin
Gas Outages in Quetta and Rawalpindi
In Quetta, several neighborhoods are experiencing gas supply interruptions, including:
- Airport Road
- Naukali
- Jinnah Town
- Khazi
- Hazar Ganji
Meanwhile, Rawalpindi is also facing a severe gas crisis, with outages reported in 70% of the city. The affected areas in Rawalpindi include:
- Chaklala Scheme III
- Gulistan Colony
- Wilayat Homes
- Eidgah Mohalla
- Jamia Masjid Road
- Dhoke Hassu
- Dhoke Kashmirian
- Sadiqabad Khurram Colony
- Rawalpindi Cantonment
- Khayaban-e-Sir Syed
- Dhoke Kala Khan
Residents in these areas are finding it increasingly difficult to manage daily chores, such as preparing meals, due to the lack of gas.
Authorities Respond to Crisis
SSGC teams are working to restore the gas supply as soon as possible. However, residents have expressed frustration over the delays and the lack of immediate solutions. The cold weather has exacerbated the situation, particularly in areas like Rawalpindi, where demand for gas has surged.
Impact on Daily Life
The suspension of gas supply has significantly disrupted routine activities in the affected regions. Families are resorting to alternative fuel sources, which are often costlier and less efficient.
As authorities continue to address the pipeline damage, residents in affected areas are urged to remain patient. Updates from SSGC are expected in the coming days regarding the restoration of services. The ongoing crisis highlights the need for improved infrastructure and contingency plans to prevent such incidents in the future.
For further updates on gas supply restoration, stay tuned to local news sources.
