Winter Gas Schedule Announced for Punjab & KP — SNGPL Issues New Timings for 2025–26. Households across Punjab and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa will now follow a new winter gas schedule, as Sui Northern Gas Pipelines Limited (SNGPL) has announced revised timings for the peak cold months. The schedule will stay in place from December to February, helping manage high demand during freezing temperatures.
The new timings aim to give families predictable supply hours so they can plan cooking and heating without facing sudden gas shortages.
New SNGPL Gas Timings for Domestic Users
SNGPL will supply gas three times a day:
- Morning: 5:30 AM – 8:30 AM
- Midday: 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM
- Evening: 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Officials advise households to prepare meals within these hours, as consumption reaches its highest point in winter and system load becomes difficult to manage.
Industrial Sector Not Affected
The new gas schedule applies only to residential consumers. Industries — including factories, manufacturing units, and exporters — will continue to receive uninterrupted gas.
SNGPL says keeping the industrial sector active is necessary to support Pakistan’s economy, especially when winter demand rises sharply.
Government Appeals for Responsible Gas Use
With energy prices climbing nationwide, the government is urging citizens to use gas wisely. Authorities say natural gas is costly and should be consumed based on actual household needs.
They recommend avoiding unnecessary heating and switching to energy-efficient appliances to maintain stable supply for all areas.
Why the New Schedule Was Introduced
Gas usage increases dramatically in December, January, and February due to the drop in temperature.
SNGPL created fixed supply windows to:
- Reduce pressure on the gas network
- Prevent sudden outages
- Ensure families get gas when they need it most
- Manage limited system capacity more effectively
Previously, many areas faced low pressure during extreme cold spells. The new schedule aims to minimise such problems.
Public Response — Mixed but Hopeful
Reactions from households vary. Some residents appreciate having a clear schedule. Others worry about gas being unavailable during late-night or early-morning hours.
Still, authorities believe this is the fairest and most practical plan under current supply conditions.
Tips for Households to Manage Winter Gas Use
SNGPL suggests families should:
- Cook within the scheduled gas timings
- Use alternative heating options when possible
- Keep stoves and heaters well-maintained
- Store hot water in insulated bottles to avoid repeated heating
- Avoid keeping gas heaters on continuously
Such practices help prevent low-pressure issues and support smoother distribution across the region.
Conclusion
The winter season has already tightened gas supply in Punjab and KP, and SNGPL’s new schedule is designed to manage this pressure. Fixed timings will help households plan their daily routines and reduce unexpected outages.
