Karachi Faces 100 Million Gallon Water Crisis: Dhabeji Grid Maintenance Looms
K-Electric’s scheduled maintenance at the Dhabeji Grid Station and Substation, commencing Monday, August 4, 2025, is set to trigger a severe water shortage in Karachi. ARY News reports the city could face a deficit of a staggering 100 million gallons of water.
The power outage resulting from the maintenance is expected to cripple the city’s water pumping systems. This will severely impact water supply across various localities.
Authorities have yet to issue a detailed plan to mitigate the impact of this significant disruption. Citizens are urged to conserve water and prepare for potential shortages.
This impending crisis highlights the fragility of Karachi’s infrastructure and the urgent need for robust contingency planning to prevent such widespread disruptions in the future. The lack of preparedness underscores the vulnerability of the city’s vital services to even routine maintenance. The impact on daily life, particularly for the most vulnerable, could be substantial.
