The Islamabad Electric Supply Company (IESCO) has finalized comprehensive arrangements to ensure uninterrupted, safe, and reliable electricity supply across its operational region during Muharram-ul-Haram, particularly on the 9th and 10th of Muharram (Ashura). On the directions of Chief Executive IESCO, Engr. Ch. Khalid Mahmood, an emergency response plan has been implemented throughout all Operation Circles, Divisions, and Sub-Divisions, while concerned officers and staff have been instructed to remain on high alert.
Emergency Response Plan Activated
Chief Executive IESCO Engr. Ch. Khalid Mahmood stated that facilitating mourners and ensuring continuous electricity supply during Majalis and Muharram processions is among IESCO’s top priorities. In this regard, detailed inspection, maintenance, and rehabilitation work of feeders, transformers, and other electrical installations supplying power to Imambargahs, Majalis venues, and procession routes has been completed. He further informed that a comprehensive survey of electricity poles, conductors, and other installations located along procession routes has been carried out. Necessary preventive measures have also been taken to eliminate potential safety hazards and avoid any untoward incidents.
24/7 Control Rooms and Staff Deployment
To ensure round-the-clock monitoring of the power system during Muharram-ul-Haram, special control rooms have been established and will remain operational 24/7. Additional technical staff, cranes, vehicles, transformers, and other essential equipment have been strategically deployed to respond promptly to any emergency situation. Leaves of field officers and operational staff have been cancelled, and they have been directed to remain present within their respective jurisdictions.
Coordination with Authorities
The Chief Executive further stated that close coordination is being maintained with district administrations, law enforcement agencies, and organizers of Majalis and processions to ensure immediate resolution of any electricity-related issues. He directed all concerned officers to ensure effective monitoring of the power distribution network and prompt redressal of consumer complaints. Engr. Ch. Khalid Mahmood added that complaint offices and the IESCO Helpline number 118 remained fully activated to facilitate consumers and ensure timely registration and resolution of complaints throughout Muharram-ul-Haram.
