LESCO cracks down on Unpaid Bills: No installments, disconnections ordered for June defaulters

LAHORE — June 20, 2025 — The Lahore Electric Supply Company (LESCO) has announced a strict directive to disconnect the electricity supply of consumers who fail to pay their June bills or have pending dues, as part of a robust year-end revenue recovery drive.

In a statement to MediaBites, a senior Executive Engineer in Lahore confirmed that installment plans for bill payments have been suspended for June 2025, urging consumers to clear their dues in full to avoid disconnection. “Throughout the year, we offer flexible payment options, including installments. But as the fiscal year concludes, we humbly request our consumers to cooperate and ensure timely payment,” he said.

The company emphasized that any previous outstanding amounts reflected in current bills must also be cleared. While LESCO will consider due date extensions in line with NEPRA regulations, failure to pay even after an extension will result in immediate disconnection of electricity supply.

LESCO offices, the engineer added, remain fully accessible without “red lines.” Consumers are encouraged to visit during or even beyond office hours for assistance. “We aim to remove bureaucratic hurdles and welcome everyone,” he stated.

For reconnection of ‘N-type’ connections, affected consumers are advised to formally apply with necessary documentation. “Our team is committed to resolving genuine cases promptly,” he assured.

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Additionally, LESCO has clarified that owners of commercial properties left vacant for more than two months can request temporary disconnection for up to 11 months, subject to verification.

The staff at the Revenue Office (RO) was observed to be very friendly and cooperative by the MediaBites team. During our visit, we conveyed a message of goodwill to the LESCO staff: ‘Consumers kay liyay Asaniyan banto, Allah Pak LESCO kay liyay aasaniyan paida karay ga’ — May you create ease for consumers, and may Allah create ease for LESCO.

In closing, the engineer acknowledged imperfections in public service but praised LESCO’s field staff for “working tirelessly to address complaints and ensure service delivery.”

This move underscores LESCO’s push for financial discipline as the fiscal year draws to a close, with authorities determined to bolster recovery and streamline operations.