SSGC Gas Supply Update 2026

Sui Southern Gas Company Limited (SSGC) has announced positive news for gas consumers amid the ongoing cold wave. The company is actively resolving a technical fault that caused a daily shortfall of approximately 30 million cubic feet of gas. Officials say this deficit is expected to be fully recovered within the coming days, promising improved supply and pressure for households across Sindh and Balochistan.

The cold spell increased domestic demand sharply, especially for space heaters and geysers. SSGC has prioritized household supply to ensure residents have uninterrupted gas service during critical hours. The company’s coordinated response aims to stabilize the system while minimizing inconvenience for consumers.

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Areas Benefiting from Improved Gas Supply

Gas supply is showing signs of recovery across key regions in Sindh and Balochistan. Urban and rural households alike are witnessing better pressure, allowing normal domestic use for cooking, heating, and hot water. Areas that previously experienced low-pressure issues are gradually returning to standard service levels.

Key areas benefiting include:

Province	Major Cities & Towns	Supply Status
Sindh	Karachi, Hyderabad, Sukkur	Pressure improving, normal household usage restored
Balochistan	Quetta, Khuzdar, Gwadar	Gradual recovery, emergency support deployed

Rural localities and tail-end distribution points are also prioritized, with SSGC teams actively working to resolve low-pressure complaints across all franchise areas.

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Reasons Behind the Previous Shortages

Several factors contributed to the recent gas shortages. First, an unexpected cold spell sharply increased domestic consumption, driving up demand by nearly 10 percent. Households relied heavily on geysers and space heaters, extending cooking and heating hours.

Second, a technical fault in the upstream supply reduced gas availability by approximately 30 million cubic feet per day. This issue affected multiple distribution points, particularly at tail-end localities. As a result, normal pressure dropped in several areas, causing temporary inconvenience for domestic users.

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Steps Taken to Stabilize Gas Distribution

SSGC implemented several measures to manage the gas shortfall and prioritize household needs. The company diverted about 90 million cubic feet of reliquefied natural gas (RLNG) into the network to meet rising demand. In addition, an approved load management plan was executed to ensure essential supply for homes.

• Temporary curtailment of gas to fertilizer plants
• Weekly industrial closures to redirect supply toward domestic users
• Deployment of 24-hour response teams for low-pressure complaints
• Monitoring system pressure and adjusting flows in real-time

These steps are designed to maintain uninterrupted domestic supply from 5 am to 10 pm while mitigating disruptions caused by the technical fault and cold wave demand.

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Impact on Households & Businesses During Cold Wave

Households have benefited significantly from the restored supply, with consistent gas pressure supporting heating, cooking, and hot water usage. Families report improved comfort during early mornings and late evenings, which were previously affected by low pressure.

Industries, particularly fertilizer plants, faced temporary curtailments under the load management plan. While some production schedules were adjusted, priority remained on ensuring household supply. The measures have balanced both domestic needs and industrial requirements, reducing the overall impact of the cold wave.

Sector	Effect of Supply Measures	Notes
Domestic	Consistent gas pressure restored	Households report normal usage
Industrial	Reduced hours for selected plants	Priority given to domestic supply
Commercial	Stabilized supply during peak hours	Essential businesses supported

Final Summary

SSGC has taken decisive steps to ensure gas supply stability during the cold wave, addressing both technical issues and increased domestic demand. With upstream faults being resolved and RLNG diversions in place, households across Sindh and Balochistan are now experiencing improved service.

Consumers are advised to continue following safety practices while using gas appliances and report any low-pressure issues promptly. The company’s 24-hour teams remain operational to provide support, making the ongoing winter months safer and more comfortable for residents.

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FAQs

What caused the recent gas shortage in Sindh and Balochistan?
A combination of a technical fault upstream and increased domestic demand due to the cold wave caused the temporary shortage.

How has SSGC stabilized gas supply for households?
The company diverted RLNG, implemented load management, curtailed industrial supply, and deployed 24-hour response teams.

Which areas are now benefiting from improved gas pressure?
Major cities in Sindh, including Karachi and Hyderabad, and Balochistan cities like Quetta and Gwadar are seeing restored pressure.

Will industries face further gas curtailments during the cold wave?
Temporary reductions may continue for non-essential industries, but household supply remains the top priority.

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