Pakistan’s ongoing electricity crisis is now affecting not just households but also the telecom sector. Ufone has officially informed its customers that they may experience service disruptions due to widespread load shedding across the country.
Impact of Load Shedding on Telecom Services
According to Ufone, power outages lasting eight hours or more in many areas are making it difficult to maintain uninterrupted telecom services. Since telecom networks rely heavily on a constant power supply, frequent electricity cuts are creating serious operational challenges.
When power goes out, telecom towers switch to backup systems. However, these systems are only designed to support services for a limited time.
Limitations of Backup Battery Systems
In urban areas, telecom infrastructure is equipped with backup battery systems to ensure continuity during power outages. These batteries require at least three to four hours of uninterrupted electricity to fully recharge.
Due to the current pattern of frequent and prolonged load shedding, these batteries are not getting enough time to recharge properly. As a result, their backup capacity is reduced, leading to network outages when power cuts occur again.
Issues Faced by Users
Because of these disruptions, Ufone customers may face several issues, including:
Dropped or failed calls
Slow or unavailable internet services
Delays in SMS delivery
These problems are more noticeable in areas experiencing longer and more frequent power outages.
When Will Services Return to Normal?
A spokesperson from Ufone stated that services are expected to return to normal once the electricity supply stabilizes. The current disruptions are directly linked to the ongoing power crisis, and improvement depends on a more consistent energy supply.
Message for Customers
Customers are advised to understand that this issue is not limited to a single telecom company but is affecting the entire industry. Until the electricity situation improves, temporary service interruptions may continue.
If you are facing network issues, the likely cause is load shedding rather than a fault in your mobile service.
