Sui Southern Gas Company Limited (SSGC) has once again shut down all Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) stations across Sindh for three days. The company mentioned the rapid depletion of gas reserves as a reason for the closure.
A spokesperson told the media that all CNG stations across Sindh have been ordered to stay closed for 72 hours between 8 am on April 15, Friday, and 8 am on April 18, Monday. He added that the company will also cut off gas supply to all general industry and captive power plants for 24 hours starting from 8 am on Sunday.
He highlighted that the shutdown is a part of gas load management program which the SSGCL has implemented to manage the ongoing shortfall. An official notification from the company read:
The last closure announcement from SSGC came just over a week ago on April 8, 2022. With the ongoing gas shortfall despite the conclusion of the winter season, the well-being of several industries appears to be in jeopardy.
Editorial & Legal Practice Group
Authored and reviewed by the corporate law and tax litigation practice group at Javid Law Associates. Our team comprises High Court advocates, corporate legal advisors, and authorized tax practitioners across Pakistan.
Advocates High Court & Tax Counsel
Jurisdiction: Pakistan