KARACHI: As part of its drive to encourage the industrial sector to transition from captive power plants to the national electricity grid, K-Electric has energised 23 industrial units since July 2024, while several others have increased their reliance on on-grid power, the utility said in a statement.

Another 45 industrial units are currently undergoing conversion, the company added, noting sustained momentum as more industries continue to submit load-extension requests.

To accommodate the anticipated rise in industrial demand over the next one to two years, KE is also reinforcing its 132kV transmission corridors and feeder infrastructure.

Chief Executive Officer Moonis Alvi said the initiative aims to enhance operational efficiency for industries while contributing to national energy optimisation.

Published in Dawn, July 13th, 2025