Pakistan, April 14 -- Pakistan's Power Division has announced daily load shedding of two and a half hours during peak hours to manage electricity demand and control costs. The measure is aimed at reducing reliance on expensive fuel and preventing sharp increases in power prices for consumers.

According to the official statement, electricity outages will be implemented from 5pm to 1am. The government said the step will help limit the use of costly fuel sources during high-demand periods. Officials added that this approach is designed to stabilize electricity pricing.

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