News Alert: Load Shedding Timings in Ramadan

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Followed by the news regarding reduction of electricity prices, here is another good news for those who are going keep fast in Ramadan. This latest news came to us from Karachi where K-Electric has announced that there will be no load-shedding in Ramadan during Sehar and Aftar timings.

According to the press-release, residential and commercial users will be exempted from load shedding during Sehri and Aftari. Not only this, the E-Electric has decided to supply uninterrupted electricity to all major mosques in Karachi during Esha and Taraweeh time. It is worth to note that KESC has been facilitating citizens of Karachi since 2010 by taking such steps to keep the moral fasting high.

Talking with press, the K-Electric's representative differentiate the load-shedding from power outage:

It is important to understand the difference between loads-shedding and faults/tripping. KE is operating through approximately 1,400 feeders scattered over an area as vast as 6,500 sq. km. Moreover, there are about 63 Grid Stations with 2,500 sub-stations which include a total 20,000 PMTs. Covering such a network it is natural if a fault erupts, and there is sometimes a chance of tripping at these grid stations as well that leads to power outages which should not in any way be confused with load-shedding.

To cope with unexpected power interruption, the management of the company has deputed special Rapid Response Teams (RPTs) to deal with sudden tripping. Apart from this, 4 control rooms at for all regions have been developed to observe whole network of KE. These control rooms will operate round the clock. For special complaints, consumers can contact at 118 for any queries.

Karachi Electric has suggested the Government of Sindh beside CM to take a special participation to resore KANUPP plant before commencement of Ramadan 2014. Due to some technical failure, the plant has stuck for more than 4 months which affected a supply of 70MW to KE.

Apart from Government officials, company stressed on users to play their important role by taking prompt actions for cutting down power shortage and facing energy crises in Pakistan.

A Doctor's Advice to Diabetic People For Ramadan

According to a medical research in Pakistan, diabetic patients should consult with their doctor before fasting in Ramadan 2014. The constantly fluctuation in diabetes can result in various complications. "Health & Fasting" seminar held in Islamabad on 24th June regarding awareness of diabetic people.

While addressing to seminar, Dr. Osama Ishtiaq, endocrinologist said that due to consecutive fluctuation in blood sugar level, the chances of dehydration increase. Although all diabetic patients do not suffer from this risk however, it is our advice to all those people who have diabetes to consult their doctor before keeping fast, he said.

Dr. Osama revealed that approximately 50 million Muslims from all over the world will observe fasting in 2014. In fasting it is a big challenge to maintain the level of blood and diet, he explained the audience. Therefore, due to these issues in diabetic patients, health can be adversely affected. According to endocrinologist, patient should make every effort to keep the level of insulin.

Dr. Zainab Ghayyur also addressed on the occasion. She said diabetic person should be careful for his diet needs during Ramadan 2014. She advised the audience that overeating during Sehar and Aftar is very dangerous of patients. Necessary actions must be taken to streamline life style in order to enjoy healthier life, she added.