Karachi Residents Face Acute Water Shortage Amid Frequent KE Power Failures

Karachi residents are facing a severe water shortage as frequent power failures by K-Electric (KE) continue to disrupt pumping operations across the city. Water utility officials reported that repeated outages have halted supply from major pumping stations, leaving several neighbourhoods with little to no water for days. Citizens have expressed frustration over the dual challenge of power cuts and water scarcity, urging authorities to take immediate action. Officials noted that the situation highlights ongoing infrastructure and coordination issues between the power and water utilities in Pakistan’s largest metropolis.