Pakistan, Aug. 31 -- Unannounced power outages have intensified across Lahore and other parts of Punjab amid severe heat and humidity. Residents face longer disruptions, particularly during evening and nighttime hours. The worsening situation has added to public difficulties during the ongoing hot weather.

Sources said technical faults have also caused extended electricity outages in several areas. They linked the wider power shortage to reduced electricity generation and limited LNG availability. LESCO's aging distribution network has also contributed to repeated disruptions.

In Lahore, residents report frequent outages under load management measures. Some areas reportedly experience electricity cuts lasting up to an hour every hour. H...