MEPCO Load Shedding Schedule in Bahawalnagar for April 2026: Dates and Timings
If you are living in the Bahawalnagar, Chishtian, or Fort Abbas areas, please take note of the upcoming power shutdowns announced by MEPCO. These outages are scheduled to allow for essential maintenance, including pole erection, road widening projects, and transformer shifting.
To help you plan your week, we have organized the official notification into the easy-to-read tables below. Click if you want to check your Mepco bill
Bahawalnagar Division Power Shutdowns
Most shutdowns in the Bahawalnagar (B/Nagar) area are scheduled from 08:00 AM to 02:00 PM (14:00).
| Grid Station | Affected Feeders | Dates |
| 132-KV BWN-1 | Nawab Sadiq, District Jail, Scarp Fordwah, Star City, City 1, City 2nd, Nizam Pura | April 18, 20, 25 |
| 132-KV BWN-1 | Canal, DHQ Hospital, Ibraheem Shaheed | April 18, 25 |
| 132-KV BWN-1 | Scarp Dhudhi, Ahmad Hassan, Jall Wala, Malik Pura, Cantt, Adda Kharaj Pura | April 18, 20, 25 |
Chishtian (CTN) Division Power Shutdowns
The Chishtian area has several maintenance windows depending on your specific feeder.
| Feeder Name | Grid Station | Dates | Timings |
| Main Bazar | 66-KV CTN | April 14, 15, 16, 18 | 07:00 AM – 01:00 PM |
| Gulshan & Park | 66-KV CTN | April 18, 25, 30 | 08:00 AM – 02:00 PM* |
| City 1st | 132-KV CTN | April 21, 22, 23, 25, 28, 29, 30 | 08:00 AM – 02:00 PM* |
| Ghaffari | City CTN | April 14, 18 | 08:00 AM – 02:00 PM* |
| Fareed Kot | 132-KV CTN | April 21 | Starts at 08:00 AM |
| Sydan Wala & Buxan Khan 1st | 66-KV Buxan Khan | April 15, 22, 29 | Ends at 01:00 PM |
*Standard timing unless otherwise specified locally.
Fort Abbas Shutdown Schedule
For residents in Fort Abbas, the maintenance is scheduled toward the end of the month.
| Grid Station | Affected Feeder | Dates | Timings |
| 132-KV F/Abbas | Fort | April 27, 28, 29 | 08:30 AM – 01:30 PM |
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Emergency Contacts & Safety Supervisors
For the safety of the public and to ensure the work is completed smoothly, MEPCO has assigned dedicated Safety Supervisors for these specific areas. If you have any urgent concerns during the shutdown, you may reach out to the following officials:
| Name of Supervisor | Designation | Contact Number |
| Mr. M. Asif | LS-1 | 0319-9757352 |
| Mr. M. Hassan | LS-II | 0300-9531778 |
| Mr. M. Ramzan | LS-II | 0300-6823768 |
| Mr. Muhammad Yaseen | LS-I / Safety Inspector (HSE) | (Contact via MEPCO HQ) |
Role of the Safety Team
- Monitoring: The safety inspectors are responsible for monitoring the site to prevent accidents during the erection of poles and the stringing of wires.
- Implementation: They ensure that all MEPCO Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) are followed in “true letter and spirit”.
- Coordination: These supervisors coordinate with the Executive Engineer (Const) Division, Bahawalnagar, to manage the shifting of transformers and road widening work.
Safety Reminder: Please do not attempt to repair any electrical connections yourself during the shutdown. Always wait for the official restoration of power and keep a safe distance from areas where poles or wires are being installed.
Important Things to Remember
- Announcements: Look out for local mosque announcements and newspaper notices for any last-minute changes.
- Why is this happening? These shutdowns are specifically for improving the network, such as shifting poles for the Chishtian road widening and providing power to new housing schemes like Palm Avenue.
- Safety First: Please stay away from power lines and poles while the MEPCO teams are working.
- Updates: You can check the Roshan Pakistan App for live status updates on your specific feeder.
By knowing these timings in advance, you can finish your chores, charge your devices, and manage your day without any surprises. Stay safe!
Canclusion
This load shedding schedule in Bahawalnagar Circle is a necessary step by MEPCO to upgrade the local electrical infrastructure, including vital road widening projects and the installation of new power lines. By staying informed about the specific dates and timings for your feeder, you can minimize disruption to your daily routine and ensure your household is prepared.
MEPCO is committed to completing this maintenance safely and restoring power as quickly as possible, with dedicated safety supervisors on-site to oversee the work. For the latest updates, remember to stay tuned to local announcements or check the Roshan Pakistan app.