Sui Southern Gas Company (SSGC) has announced a 48-hour suspension of gas supply for industrial consumers and CNG stations in order to address ongoing complaints of low gas pressure and shortages faced by domestic users. The decision has been taken to ensure better gas availability for households during the winter season, when demand increases significantly.
According to SSGC, the gas supply to industries and CNG stations will remain suspended from Friday, January 17, at 8:00 am until Monday, January 20, at 8:00 am. During this period, domestic consumers will be given priority to help stabilize gas pressure in residential areas. The company emphasized that this is a temporary measure aimed solely at public convenience.
SSGC officials explained that winter months bring a sharp rise in household gas consumption due to increased use for cooking and heating. This seasonal surge puts extra pressure on the gas distribution network, often resulting in low pressure and supply disruptions. To manage this challenge, the company has decided to temporarily divert gas from non-domestic sectors to residential users.
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The suspension will mainly impact industrial units and CNG filling stations. Sui Southern Gas has requested cooperation from these sectors, assuring them that gas supply will be fully restored after the 48-hour period. The company believes that short-term inconvenience for industries will lead to long-term relief for millions of domestic consumers.
For residential users, this step is expected to bring noticeable improvement in gas pressure, especially during peak hours in the morning and evening. Better gas availability will help households carry out daily activities such as cooking and heating without disruption, reducing public frustration during the cold season.
Along with the announcement, SSGC has also advised citizens to use gas responsibly. The company urged consumers to avoid wastage so that limited gas resources can benefit as many people as possible. Responsible usage, officials said, plays an important role in maintaining system balance during periods of high demand.
Pakistan faces gas shortages every winter due to rising consumption, limited production, and infrastructure constraints. In such conditions, prioritizing domestic consumers becomes necessary to prevent hardship, particularly for families that rely entirely on gas for their daily needs.
SSGC confirmed that gas supply to industrial consumers and CNG stations will be restored as scheduled on Monday morning. The company will continue to monitor the situation closely and may take additional steps if winter demand remains high. Officials reassured the public that the decision is in the best interest of citizens and aimed at ensuring a smoother and more reliable gas supply during the winter months.
