Karachi experiences power breakdown.

KARACHI: The power supply in different parts of Karachi was suddenly suspended, causing distress to the citizens on Saturday. Areas of Karachi where power supply remained suspended include North Karachi, New Karachi, Nagan Chowrangi, UP Mor, Sir Syed Town and Gulberg.

Power supply was abruptly suspended in several areas, including Lyari, Kharadar, Nayaabad, Khada Market, Gulistan-e-Jauhar, Meteorological Department Scheme-33. Also, Defense Phase 1, 5, 6 and 8, Clifton Block 5, Gulistan-e-Jauhar Block 14, 18 and 19, Malir, Model Colony, Shah Faisal Colony, Public Welfare and adjoining areas are without power.

The other areas without power were Saddar, MA Jinnah Road, Mobile Market, Electronic Market, High Court while Liaquatabad C-1 area has been without power since 12 noon.

According to a spokesperson of K Electric, the 220 KV high tension line...

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