VIDEO: New electricity theft method uncovered
- 15-May-2026
The Lahore Electric Supply Company (LESCO) has uncovered a new method of electricity theft during a major enforcement operation in Lahore. In a statement issued by the company spokesperson, officials said the raid exposed the use of remote-control devices to manipulate electricity meters and steal power. The operation was carried out on the instructions of […]
How a week-long power outage dispute in Lahore village was resolved?
- 26-Oct-2025
ARY News’s Team Sar-e-Aam helped citizens of Nathoki village in Lahore to get their electricity supply back after a week-long disruption by LESCO. According to reports, LESCO disconnected power to the entire village last week due to widespread electricity theft and non-payment of bills, bringing daily life to a standstill. Residents of the suburban area […]
Renowned singer booked for attacking LESCO team
- 17-Jan-2025
Renowned singer Jawad Ahmad attacked Lahore Electric Supply Company (LESCO) after his wife’s beauty parlour was caught stealing electricity. As per details, police registered a first information report (FIR) against Jawad Ahmad and his four accomplices for attacking a LESCO team. According to FIR registered by police in Johar Town at the complaint of LESCO […]
Checkout latest meter fee for LESCO connection in winters
- 22-Dec-2024
The Lahore Electric Supply Company (LESCO), a government-owned electric distribution firm, provides electricity connections to domestic and commercial consumers across its service areas. To apply for a new electricity connection within LESCO’s jurisdiction, consumers must follow an online application process. The estimated fee for a new single phase meter connection is Rs7,240, although consumers are […]
Major update for people seeking employment in LESCO
- 17-Nov-2024
The Lahore Electric Supply Company (LESCO) has officially ceased the practice of hiring employees and officers permanently, ARY News reported on Sunday, citing well-informed sources. Sources revealed that engineers who have been working for several years also will not be regularized under this new policy. Moving forward, all new recruitments will be made on a […]
NEPRA imposes Rs10m fine on LESCO over safety lapse
- 23-Sep-2024
LAHORE: The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) has imposed a fine of Rs10 million on Lahore Electric Supply Company (Lesco) over failure to implement safety measures, ARY News reported. According to NEPRA, LESCO had previously been instructed to complete the earthing of 100% of their poles, but they failed to implement the directions. As […]
LESCO sacks 101 employees over power theft
- 01-Sep-2024
LAHORE: The Lahore Electric Supply Company (LESCO) has taken strict action against its employees involved in power theft, ARY News reported. As per details, a many as 101 employees have been sacked within the last six months for their alleged involvement in power theft. According to a LESCO spokesperson, 10 employees have been arrested so […]
150K for 126 units: Citizen moves court against LESCO
- 27-Jul-2024
LAHORE: A resident, after receiving a bill of Rs 150,000 for just 126 units of electricity, has taken legal action against the Lahore Electric Supply Company (LESCO), ARY News reported on Saturday. The citizen approached the High Court, claiming that the LESCO authorities have refused to correct the incorrect electricity bill. According to the petition, […]
LESCO lifts ban on green meters for solar systems
- 16-Jul-2024
Lahore Electric Supply Company (LESCO) has lifted the ban on green meters used in solar systems. According to sources, LESCO has issued the notification to lift the ban on green meters for solar systems. According to the notification, the temporary installation of bi-directional green meters is permitted until October 15. The notification said consumers will […]
FIA initiates inquiry for ‘over-billing’ in electricity bills
- 05-Jul-2024
LAHORE: Following the complaints of over-billing to the protected consumers, the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) Anti-Corruption Circle Lahore on Friday initiated an inquiry against Lahore Electric Supply Company (LESCO), ARY News reported. The FIA spokesperson stated that the power distribution company – LESCO – allegedly overbilled millions of protected customers by sending the consumers more […]