Residents of Islamabad, Rawalpindi, and nearby regions should prepare for temporary power outages, as Islamabad Electric Supply Company has released an official area-wise load-shedding schedule for Saturday, 7 February 2026.
The outages are part of routine system maintenance and development work, aimed at improving electricity reliability.
π Little Detail About the Planned Power Shutdown
IESCO stated that electricity supply will remain suspended on selected feeders for a limited time during the day. The shutdowns are pre-planned, and power may be restored earlier if work is completed ahead of schedule.
The company has also issued an apology to consumers for the inconvenience.
π Affected Areas and Timings (Area-Wise)
Islamabad Circle
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Time: 11:00 am β 04:00 pm
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Feeders / Areas:
Punjab House, Khayaban-e-Iqbal, F-6/2, Bari Imam, Said Pur, Pir Sohawa
Rawalpindi City Circle
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Time: 09:00 am β 02:00 pm
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Feeders / Areas:
Benazir Bhutto Hospital, Tehmasamabad, Dhoke Hukam Dad, Committee Chowk, Zafar-ul-Haq, Arya Mohallah
Rawalpindi Cantt Circle
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Time:
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09:00 am β 02:00 pm: Dhoke Farman Ali, RIC, Tipu Road
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07:00 am β 06:00 pm: Kahuta City-1, Lehtrar-1
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Attock Circle
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Time:
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08:00 am β 04:00 pm: Gudwal-I, Gudwal-II
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09:00 am β 02:00 pm: Garhi Afghan, Taznaza Dam, Laniwala, City-II, Sajjad Shaheed, Nescom, Saray Kharboza
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Chakwal Circle
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Time: 08:00 am β 02:00 pm
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Feeders / Areas:
Main Bazar, Mureed, Al-Qaim Mills, Jamalwala, Mengan
GSO / Islamabad North Areas
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Time:
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09:00 am β 03:00 pm: 132KV Grid Station Bhagwal
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11:00 am β 03:00 pm: City, Datot
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09:00 am β 12:00 pm: FECHS (E-11/2), D-12/1, D-12/2, Services, Shah Allah Ditta, Northern Strip E-11, Northern Strip-2
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Quick Schedule Overview
| Circle | Expected Timing |
|---|---|
| Islamabad | 11:00 am β 04:00 pm |
| Rawalpindi City | 09:00 am β 02:00 pm |
| Rawalpindi Cantt | 07:00 am β 06:00 pm |
| Attock | 08:00 am β 04:00 pm |
| Chakwal | 08:00 am β 02:00 pm |
| GSO / North Islamabad | 09:00 am β 03:00 pm |
β οΈ Important Notes for Consumers
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Power may return earlier than scheduled if work finishes early
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Emergency and essential services may have alternate arrangements
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Residents are advised to plan activities accordingly
Why is IESCO conducting these outages?
For routine maintenance and system improvement.
Are these outages permanent?
No, they are temporary and time-bound.
Can power return before the given time?
Yes, if maintenance work is completed early.
How often does IESCO issue such schedules?
As needed for system upgrades and fault prevention.
Final Update
IESCOβs planned power shutdowns are part of ongoing efforts to strengthen the electricity distribution network across Islamabad and surrounding regions. While short-term inconvenience is expected, these maintenance activities aim to reduce unplanned outages in the future. Consumers are advised to stay updated and make necessary arrangements during the announced timings.
