Lahore Electric Supply Company (LESCO) has undertaken proactive measures across its five divisions Lahore, Sheikhupura, Nankana, Kasur and Okara to ensure uninterrupted electricity supply amid rising temperatures and increased demand.
With a consumer base of 6.5 million, comprising primarily 86% domestic, 1.4 percent industrial and 11 percent commercial users, LESCO is focusing on operational efficiency and customer satisfaction, said LESCO Chief Executive Officer Engineer Shahid Haider during a press conference here on Friday. He said that in response to heat waves, LESCO has adjusted its staffing, reallocating personnel from construction and streetlight departments to enhance operational capabilities. This realignment aims to minimize response times during emergencies and prioritize customer service. LESCO has ensured the availability of transformers.