In different parts of the city, there is up to seven hours of announced load-shedding in addition to several hours of unannounced load-shedding. Industries affectedDue to prolonged load-shedding in the city, small and medium-sized industries are also being adversely affected. The industry responsible for crafting bandi from marble is one of the industries coming under increased threat due to load-shedding. Pakistan holds a unique position in crafting marble bandi and its products are famous worldwide. However, owing to load-shedding of up to three hours at three different times, business has reduced by almost 90%.

Source: The Express Tribune April 09, 2018 04:30 UTC