KARACHI, November 13, 2026: Residents of Karachi are expected to face a temporary shortage of water following scheduled maintenance work and an electricity shutdown at the Dhabeji pumping station.
According to a report published by Dawn, the Karachi Water and Sewerage Corporation (KWSC) has warned that the city’s daily water supply could decline by approximately 130 million gallons during the maintenance period.
The disruption is linked to scheduled maintenance work being carried out by K-Electric in coordination with the water utility.
Water Supply Expected to Drop by 130 Million Gallons
Karachi normally receives approximately 650 million gallons of water per day.
However, during the scheduled shutdown, the supply is expected to decrease to approximately 520 million gallons per day.
The reduction could affect households and businesses across different parts of the city.
The Dhabeji pumping station is an important part of Karachi’s water distribution system, supplying water to the metropolitan area.
Electricity Shutdown Scheduled for 14 Hours
According to the KWSC spokesperson quoted by Dawn, electricity supply to the Dhabeji Grid Station is scheduled to remain suspended on November 13 for annual maintenance.
The shutdown is planned to begin at 10:00 am and continue until midnight, lasting approximately 14 hours.
The maintenance work is being carried out by K-Electric in coordination with the water utility.
Residents Advised to Manage Water Supplies
Residents may experience pressure reductions and delays in water distribution during the maintenance period.
Households, hospitals, businesses and other institutions that depend on regular water supplies may need to make temporary arrangements.
Residents are advised to use available water carefully and avoid unnecessary consumption during the disruption.
When Will Normal Water Supply Resume?
The scheduled electricity shutdown is expected to end at midnight on November 13.
However, the restoration of normal water distribution may depend on the operational status of pumping equipment and the time required to restore the regular supply system.
Residents should follow announcements from the Karachi Water and Sewerage Corporation and K-Electric for further updates.
The situation highlights the importance of reliable electricity and pumping infrastructure in maintaining water supplies to one of Pakistan’s largest cities.
